Dracaena 'Lemon-Lime' Brown Spots: Overpotting Is the Cause

Dracaena 'Lemon-Lime' Brown Spots: Overpotting Is the Cause

Brown spots on new leaves indicate root rot from a pot that’s too large. Excess soil stays wet, roots decay, and symptoms appear on foliage.

Rescue Steps

1. Unpot and gently shake off all loose added soil (keep original rootball).
2. Repot into the smallest pot that fits the healthy roots snugly.
3. Use porous, well-draining mix.

Light Upgrade

Move to a sunny window with several hours of direct sun daily. This speeds soil drying and boosts vigor.

Cutting off spotted leaves doesn’t fix the root cause. Correct the pot size and light, and new growth will be clean.