the green-thumb cheat sheet

keep your plants in great shape even if you are not a gifted gardener, with our list of common potted plant problems + solutions:

plant problem	cause	the solution
leaves are drooping + dry	not enough water	give the plant more water
leaves are limp and dry but you're watering enough	unfavorable positioning	move your planter to a less drafty area or elevate off of the floor during cold months
bottom leaves are yellow + falling off	excessive watering	allow the soil in your planter to dry completely and then adjust your watering schedule accordingly
leaves have brown edges	sunlight deprived	position your planter closer to a window or other sunny spot
leaves fall off suddenly	temperature fluctuation + draft	move your planter to an area with a more consistent temperature
leaves are curling, developing holes or white patches	potential insect infestation	check for critters and treat accordingly
brightly coloured leaves are turning pale green	not enough sunlight	allow the plant more natural light to restore colour
plant has stunted growth	planter size + position	allow the plant more access to natural light and try re-potting in a larger planter
potting soil is turning white	usually a harmless fungus	remove and replace the top layers of soil, ensure proper watering + drainage