Reasons why lily leaves turn yellow and droop

1. Soil alkalinization

Reason: Lilies like to grow in acidic soil. If lilies are grown in the north, long-term watering will make the soil alkaline, which will make the lilies unable to adapt to the soil, leading to growth problems, unhealthy root development, and yellowing and drooping leaves.

Measures: Add appropriate amount of ferrous sulfate when watering. If you don’t have it at home, you can also add a little vinegar to alleviate soil alkalinization.

2. Improper moisture

Cause: Improper water application is also the reason why lily leaves turn yellow and droop. If too much water is applied, it will cause water accumulation and root rot in the pot soil. Water and nutrients will naturally not be supplied, and the leaves will naturally turn yellow. If too little water is applied, the soil in the pot will become dry, causing the plant to turn yellow due to lack of water.

Measures: Adjust the water content in time according to the situation. If there is too much water, drain the water; if there is a lack of water, supply water slowly.

3. Improper fertilization

Reason: Fertilizer application is also one of the reasons. If nutrients are lacking for a long time, lilies will turn yellow due to lack of fertilizer. Applying fertilizer that is too concentrated or applying raw fertilizer can cause the roots to burn, causing the leaves to turn yellow and droop.

Measures: Apply fertilizer appropriately according to the growth trend. If too much fertilizer is applied, dilute it with water. If there is a long-term lack of fertilizer, add appropriate amount of fertilizer.

4. Wrong lighting

Reason: Light is also an important reason. If there is strong light, it will burn the leaves and cause them to turn yellow, and burnt yellow will appear on the leaves. If it is kept in a dark environment for a long time, yellowing due to lack of light will occur.

Measures: Provide light reasonably, ensure good light during the growing period, and pay attention to blocking sunlight in summer.