Hibiscus Leaf Yellowing: Light, Water & Pot Size

Diagnosing Sudden Yellowing

Dark green leaves → pale/yellow in 3 weeks suggests:

• Sun shock: Greenhouse-grown hibiscus needs acclimation. Move to east/north window.
• Overpotting: Larger pot holds water → root rot. Return to original pot.
• Watering: In small pot, water when top ½" dry. In large pot, stays wet too long.

Recovery

1. Move to gentler light.
2. Downsize pot if recently upsized.
3. Water correctly for pot size.
4. No fertilizer until stable.