Why Are My Succulent Leaves Turning Black?

Why do the leaves of succulents turn black? This question is probably what many new planters want to know the answer to most. The most common reason for the blackening of the leaves of succulents is excessive watering. Many people will say that I don’t water very often, so why do the leaves turn black because of too much watering? Read the following article carefully, you may be able to find the answers and remedies you want. So, why are my succulent leaves turning black?

Why are my succulent leaves turning black?

Generally speaking, the main reason for the blackening of succulents is excessive watering. The second is that the leaves of plants are submerged in water. The remedy for this problem is very simple, but before that, we have to judge whether the succulents have turned black due to excessive watering.
 
For how to judge whether succulents are over-watered, you can read my previous article for more detailed knowledge.

How to fix the blackening of succulent leaves?

 
First of all, we have to stop watering the succulents and do not water them for about a week. After a week, use a hygrometer or your fingers to feel how dry the soil is. If the soil is dry, you can continue to water them. If the soil is still moist, then you will want to replace it with fresh soil.
 
If it still does not work, you need to place the succulents in a cool place. It takes about two days to replant them in fresh soil. After replanting, wait about 4-7 days. Also, feel the dryness of the soil before watering the succulents.

There is also a possibility of blackening the leaves of succulents, and that is root rot!
 

How to tell if your succulents are infected with root rot?

 
We can carefully observe the leaves under the succulents. If we see that many leaves turn black or yellow, and black spots appear on the stems, then this is root rot. The rescue measures for this disease are similar to those mentioned above. It can also be said that the above methods are also suitable for the treatment of succulent root rot.

In fact, many succulents have problems due to improper watering. Improving watering habits can reduce problems with succulents.