Why Are My Succulent Leaves Turning Brown?

You may have heard a lot about succulents that are hardy and easy to take care of, but when you encounter succulents turning yellow or brown, there is no way to restore them to their previous state. The problem of leaf discoloration is the most common problem of succulents. Reading the content of the following article carefully can let you know more about why are my succulent leaves turning brown.


 

Reasons why are my succulent leaves turning brown:

Succulents are sunburned by the sun

 
Generally speaking, the most common cause of brown spots on succulents is sunburn. Although they are native to sunny and dry places, they actually prefer to stay in the shade, so they are the most popular for indoor planting. When you find that the leaves of your succulents have turned brown, you need to transplant them into another small pot as soon as possible.
 

Succulents that are under-watered

 
When you see up close, your succulents have many dry, withered leaves with yellow and brown colors. This sign is caused by insufficient watering. Many people think that succulents do not need to be watered regularly, but this is actually a wrong idea. Succulents need to be watered 2-3 times a week and water when the soil is completely dry to ensure they can absorb enough water.
 

Succulents that are overwatered

 
Watering problems have always been the main source of succulent plant diseases. Whether it is watering too much or watering less, succulents will die unknowingly. In general, succulents that are over-watered will appear yellow or translucent, and their leaves will appear mushy. There is no need to panic in this situation. We only need to change the watering habit to make the succulents recover quickly.


 

Some tips to make succulents thrive:

1. Purchase a grow light to match the growth of succulents.

Most succulents are used as table decorations, but this is often not able to absorb sufficient sunlight. With growth lights, they can absorb enough light.
 

2. Choose healthy plants before planting.

Many sellers with no gardening experience may sell unhealthy plants to deceive buyers who do not understand.