Desert Rose (Adenium) Leaf Drop and Flowering

Lower Leaves Yellowing on New Desert Rose

A recently purchased desert rose drops lower leaves (some yellow), top remains green. Flowers that were budding died.

Advice

• Lower leaf drop: Natural—age or acclimation.
• Sun: Needs direct sun to flower well.
• Water/Drainage: Regular water, excellent drainage.
• Feed: Weekly during growing season.
• Insects: Check and spray carefully (insecticides can damage leaves if overused).

Acclimation should resolve; sun and feeding will encourage blooms.