Oleanders Yellowing & Dropping Leaves in SW Florida? Likely Overwatering—Ease Off Irrigation

Several 16-month-old oleanders (7-8 ft) in SW Florida yellowed and dropped leaves heavily. Owner thinks overwatering. No insects found.

Overwatering Causes Defoliation

Oleanders are drought-tolerant. Soggy soil = root stress = leaf drop. Owner confirmed they stopped dropping after reducing water.

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