Why are the leaves of jasmine turning yellow? What should I do if the leaves of my domestic jasmine turn yellow?

Jasmine is a very common flower in life. Because of its fragrant smell and easy survival, many flower lovers like to grow some at home. But when growing jasmine, the leaves turn yellow. So what is the reason for the yellowing of jasmine leaves? How to solve the problem of yellowing leaves of jasmine at home? Let's take a look.

Why are the leaves of jasmine turning yellow?

1. If jasmine is watered with alkaline water for a long time, the increased alkalinity will lead to iron deficiency, resulting in poor plant growth and yellowing of branches and leaves.

2. When cultivating jasmine pots, soil replacement and fertilization cannot be carried out for a long time, resulting in insufficient soil nutrients and yellowing leaves.

3. Excessive fertilization or underfertilization will cause "root burn" and the leaves will turn yellow.

4. If the soil in the jasmine pot is kept wet for a long time, the roots will suffocate and rot due to lack of oxygen. The plant cannot absorb nutrients, causing the leaves to turn yellow, or even wither and die.

5. During the growth period of jasmine, sufficient light conditions are required. It is necessary to keep it in a good state for a period of time in semi-shade, but in the shade, yellow leaves, sharp points and even leaves will soon appear. Generally, it affects flowering and normal growth.

6. When jasmine is damaged by pests such as red spider mites and scale insects, yellowing of leaves may also occur.

What to do if the leaves of the domestic jasmine turn yellow

1. Jasmine is a sun-loving flower and one of the few summer flowering varieties that is not afraid of the sun or heat. Try to place it in the best light position at home. If there is a terrace or yard at home, you can directly expose it to the sun. The fragrance of the flower is stronger in a strong light environment. It is normal for the newly grown leaves of jasmine to turn yellow. After a period of photosynthesis, they will slowly turn to normal green.

2. Jasmine is an acid-loving flower. Long-term use of alkaline water to water the flowers will make the soil alkaline and cause the leaves to turn yellow. You can add some white vinegar, citric acid, ferrous sulfate, etc. every time you water to maintain the acidity of the soil. Ferrous sulfate or alum fertilizer can be applied 1-2 times a month. The water quality in the north is alkaline, and the soil is easy to harden. After hardening, it is not easy to water thoroughly and the roots cannot breathe smoothly. It is best to change the pot every 2 years or so.

3. Pay attention to controlling watering. Water when the soil is dry and when it is wet. You can insert your hand or chopsticks about 2 cm into the soil to feel the dryness and wetness. Water when the topsoil is dry. Water thoroughly each time. You can water the soil slowly in several times.

4. Jasmine grows rapidly in summer, and flowers can be seen around early June. It needs thin fertilizers to be applied frequently. Be careful not to apply nitrogen fertilizers. If you want it to bloom, you need to apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. You can choose potassium dihydrogen phosphate or flower-viewing nutrient solution. In order to avoid excessive fertilizer burning the roots, the concentration of each fertilizer application should not be high. After fertilizer damage occurs, the new leaves will become uneven, and the old leaves will turn yellow and burnt.

Where should jasmine be planted?

Jasmine is a light-loving plant. Except for the hot summer weather, when it needs to be shaded, it can be kept in a place with sufficient light at other times. However, during the flowering period, when the light is too strong at noon, it can be moved to a place with scattered light or semi-shade. This will help prolong the flowering period. The sun in the morning and evening can be used more often, which is conducive to the growth of flower buds and the blooming of flowers.