Hibiscus plant leaves turning yellow and falling off

Hibiscus plant leaves turning yellow and falling off. Causes of Yellow leaves on hibiscus plants.
Unfortunately, figuring out the cause of the yellowing leaves requires a bit of detective work, because it can come from lots of different causes. see more here: https://goo.gl/BVIU4G

1. Water: Too much or too little water is a primary cause of yellowing hibiscus leaves. Tropical hibiscus need lots of water but they don’t like to be soggy. Water more often during heat waves and less when it’s cool or overcast. Make sure the plant doesn’t sit in water and that the soil isn’t constantly wet.

2. Soil: Soil compaction poor drainage are other causes of leaf yellowing in hibiscus often because they contribute to water issues. Check the soil pH and keep it slightly on the acidic side. Gently probe the soil around your plant or lift it out of the pot to see if the roots are packed and circling. If your hibiscus needs repotting use a light well draining potting mix or soilless medium. Don’t plant in too big a pot as hibiscus like to be just a wee bit crowded.

3. Temperature Changes: Moving your hibiscus bringing it indoors and normal weather changes can cause temporary stress. Hibiscus need temperatures in the upper 60s to low 80s F. Exposure to extreme temperatures or drafts can cause the leaves to drop. If you’re growing your hibiscus indoors keep it away from heat and air vents and drafty windows.

4. Light:Hibiscus are full sun plants. Lack of sunlight can cause overall yellowing of the leaves. On the other hand if the plant is getting sunburned the leaves can get yellow or white splotches.

5. Insect Infestation: Spider mites and aphidsare two major pests of hibiscus that can cause leaf damage and discoloration. Look for spider mites on the underside of leaves and aphids clustering near the tips.

6. NutritionProblems: Overfertilizing is another common cause of leaf yellowing in hibiscus because of the shock it causes to the plant. Feed plants lightly and regularly rather than heavily. I found some sources recommending occasionally supplementing your hibiscus with a very weak vinegar solution to lower the pH. I’ve never tried this but it could be helpful if your water is alkaline. Extremely poor soil can also cause hibiscus leaf yellowing due to nutrient deficiency. If the leaves are turning yellow with green veins a condition called chlorosis, it’s a sign of nutrient usually mineral deficiency.
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