5. Watering Issues
Incorrect watering is one of the prime reasons for this monstera leaves turning yellow problem. Excessive moisture in the soil from overwatering will make the leaves soft, mushy and pale, which leads to root rot.
In case of underwatering, you will notice brown and yellow spots on the leaves with some crispness.
What You’ll See: Pale foliage or brown spots on leaves with curling.
Solution: Water the plant only when the topsoil feels a bit dry to the touch. Do not let the growing medium dry out completely.
6. Too Much Fertilization
A clear case of excessive or absence of fertilization could also be another reason for your Monstera leaves turning yellow.
Feeding the plant too much leads to the accumulation of minerals and soluble salts in the soil, affecting the pH level. This causes wilting and yellowing of leaves.
What You’ll See: Wilting of foliage, burnt edges with pale hue.
Solution: Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to one quarter of the recommended strength, once in 3-6 weeks, during the growing phase of the plant. Avoid feeding in winter if you live in a frost-prone area.
7. Right Container
The container also plays an essential role as it needs to have a drainage hole and must be of the right size. Too big pot contains moisture for a long time, which causes root rot.
What You’ll See: Mushy foliage with yellow spots. Half pale leaves!
Solution: Use a container with a drainage hole at the bottom. Avoid using too large pots.
8. Transplanting Shock
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