Snake Plant; Success Guarantee Guide To Avoid Yellow Leaves (2021)

Sunlight Overexposure

Do you know that maybe your snake plants are exposed to too much sunlight? When you stay out in the sun for a long time, it causes sunburn. It can happen to your snake plant if you keep it outdoors or in a place where the sun shines bright. You might be surprised to know that the sun’s rays can damage your snake plant leaves.

The window glass enhances the sunray and can cause your snake plant to lose water. Snake plants are easy to care for, as the leaves turn yellow or have brown tips. This is usually the reason why people prefer such plants. It doesn’t mean that you don’t pay attention to the important aspects of the plant.

You want your plants to be protected from the sun. It’s a good idea to keep the plants in indirect sunlight. To get adequate exposure to sunlight, you have to give it. Finding the right spot for your plants is important to providing indirect sunlight.


Inadequate Underwatering

Maybe you’re too preoccupied with your life. It’s probable you’ve heard that if you don’t water a snake plant, it will survive. If inadequate underwatering is done, one of the signs that will appear is overwatering. Underwatering occurs when the root system is unable to absorb enough water and nutrients to operate correctly. Insoluble vitamins from the soil are still present. Your snake plant will be unable to use the required minerals in the soil if you do not provide water. When your plant is submerged, the leaves become yellow. There’s a good chance you won’t be able to tell if you’re underwater or not. If you’ve heard that overwatering can harm the plant, you’re probably not watering it.

IIt’s a good idea to avoid overwatering throughout the winter. It’s crucial to know when and how much water your snake plant requires. It is entirely your duty to look after your plant. When your plant cries out for water, you must pay heed to it. The outcomes might be seen by looking at the color of the leaves. It’s because it’s underwatered if the leaves are dry.

You should be able to water the plants adequately by glancing at the soil. If the snake plant appears to be dry, it will want water. You can tell you’re not overwatering if the soil appears to be too dry. It’s possible that the root system will be harmed. Giving too much water can result in root rot. The root system will degrade if it is damaged. When root rot takes hold, the plant will be deprived of essential nutrients for existence. The leaves would become a brilliant shade of golden. There’s a danger you’ll get a fungus on your plant’s roots if you give it too much water.

Excess water root rot can be caused by contaminated soil, poor drainage system, etc. The humid condition, poor air circulation, and compact soil make it a good place for the growth of mold. It’s important to keep your soil and container clean to avoid diseases. The health and well-being of your snake plant is determined by the root. When you take care of your snake plant, you can see the change in the leaves. The roots of the snake plant would begin to die once the fungus develops.As you would like your plant to live, it’s important that you keep a close watch on the root rot.

When the plant’s roots are affected, it’s time to do repotting. If you use fresh soil, you can use less wet soil.  The mix can be used for repotting. Repatriating the plant the right way is important. Choose a suitable location for the plant after repotting. It’s difficult to find the root rot in the beginning. It’s not always possible to save your snake plant from this fatal disease. The root system is damaged by root rot, so you have to grow a new root system to save it.


Aging of Snake Plants

Take a look at the world around you! Everything is aging. Basically, the phenomenon of aging and growing old is natural. The same rule applies to the snake plants.

When the leaves are turning yellow, it could simply be because of the natural process of aging of the snake plants. The old yellow leaves would soon be dying! Worry not as the new leaves are emerging around you too.

When aging is the main cause behind the snake plants’ leaves turning yellow, it shouldn’t bother you much. In fact, it might indicate that your plant once had a healthy life and is now getting old.


Insect Infestation

There are chances that the insect infestation can lead to yellow leaves of the snake plants. If there is such an issue, not only the leaves would be yellow, but the plant would become weak too.

You don’t want your snake plants to become weak! You should do something about the pests. Do not ignore insect infestation! Keep a close eye on the color of the leaves. The bugs might contribute to accelerating the process of turning the leaves yellow.

There are many kinds of pests that can affect the snake plants causing the leaves to turn yellow. Always watch out for mealybugs, aphids, and more.

You can see what viable options are available to you when it comes to dealing with the pests. You can try keeping the plant separate from other plants.No matter what, just make sure you are taking care of the health and well-being of your snake plants.

Some of the pests affecting the snake plants include: Mealybugs: If you see oval-shaped insects around your snake plants, it would probably be the mealybugs. They are trying to find a spot where they can feed. Aphids: You might spot aphids in clusters feeding on your snake plant and these could be green, brown, yellow, or red in color! They are so tiny that it becomes difficult to trace them.

When they start a feed on the leaves it sucks the juices and nutrients from it. So yellowing, brown spots , and curling leaves are the common symptoms. Because of such pests and a few more, you can see the leaves curling and turning yellow in color.

A strong splash of water or manual cleaning with an alcohol wet cloth can do the trick. Besides if the infestation is severe, you can apply neem oil or other insecticides to control these soft-skinned insects easily.


Overcrowding In Pots

You might not even realize, but the overcrowded snake plants in the pots can be causing the yellow leaves. So you have to be mindful of overcrowding as it can cause yellowing of the leaves.

When overcrowding in pots is the reason for the leaves to turn yellow then it means that there are not enough nutrients for the plants in the soil.Now you have to arrange for a better place for the plant as it needs a different pot. Plus, you might also need to divide the bigger plant into smaller ones.

Sum Up!

Your snake plant will be green and healthy if you’re able to give the right pesticide, indirect sunlight and an adequate watering portion. What is your version of the ultimate snake plant care guide? Share your thoughts with us here on the comment section!

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