Zion is declining
I don’t know what’s happening! He was gifted to me by a doctor at my job. Lately the leaves are drying and falling off. What am I doing wrong?? Please help! #NEWPLANTMOM
4ft to light, indirect
10” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 month ago
2
I have no experience with this plant myself, but here's some info I've gathered ... A citronella plant drooping is commonly due to overwatering, which can lead to root rot and cause the plant to wilt; other potential causes include underwatering, too much direct sunlight, inadequate light, or a need to repot if the roots are becoming rootbound in the pot.
Key points to consider:
Check the soil moisture:
Before watering, always check if the soil is dry by sticking your finger an inch deep.
Drainage is crucial:
Ensure your pot has drainage holes and use well-draining potting mix to prevent waterlogging.
Light exposure:
Citronella plants thrive in bright, indirect sunlight; too much direct sun can scorch the leaves.
Rootbound issue:
If the plant has been in the same pot for a long time, check if the roots are circling the bottom, indicating a need to repot.
What to do:
Adjust watering:
If overwatering is suspected, withhold water and allow the top layer of soil to dry out completely before watering again.
Check for root rot:
If you suspect root rot, carefully remove the plant from the pot, inspect the roots, trim any mushy or brown roots, and repot in fresh, well-draining soil.
Adjust light exposure:
Move the plant to a location with brighter indirect light if it's not getting enough sun.
Repot if necessary:
If the roots are circling the pot, gently repot the plant into a slightly larger pot with fresh potting mix.
Key points to consider:
Check the soil moisture:
Before watering, always check if the soil is dry by sticking your finger an inch deep.
Drainage is crucial:
Ensure your pot has drainage holes and use well-draining potting mix to prevent waterlogging.
Light exposure:
Citronella plants thrive in bright, indirect sunlight; too much direct sun can scorch the leaves.
Rootbound issue:
If the plant has been in the same pot for a long time, check if the roots are circling the bottom, indicating a need to repot.
What to do:
Adjust watering:
If overwatering is suspected, withhold water and allow the top layer of soil to dry out completely before watering again.
Check for root rot:
If you suspect root rot, carefully remove the plant from the pot, inspect the roots, trim any mushy or brown roots, and repot in fresh, well-draining soil.
Adjust light exposure:
Move the plant to a location with brighter indirect light if it's not getting enough sun.
Repot if necessary:
If the roots are circling the pot, gently repot the plant into a slightly larger pot with fresh potting mix.
@bellasmomma thank you for this. I am going to read this again and go through the process of trying to save it. At this point I’ll try anything.