What is causing this? A bunch of leaves have fallen off over the past 2 weeks.
by WinterFan8681
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Vile-X
There are several reasons why pepper plant leaves might fall off, including:
Watering
Both overwatering and underwatering can cause pepper plant leaves to drop. Overwatering can lead to root rot, while underwatering can cause drought conditions. Leaves that are overwatered will be soft and mushy, while leaves that are underwatered will be dry and crispy.
Environmental stress
Sudden changes in temperature or humidity can cause leaf drop. Extreme heat or cold can damage leaves, and high winds can also cause leaves to fall off. Too much direct sun can scorch leaves, while not enough sun can cause leaves to reach for the light.
Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of essential nutrients like nitrogen, potassium, and magnesium can lead to leaf drop.
Pests and diseases
Aphids, spider mites, bacterial spot, or fungal infections can cause leaf drop. Fungal diseases are very common in pepper plants and can cause infected plants to drop leaves, wilt, and turn yellow.
It also looks like a plastic pot. If it can’t air prune, it will eventually choke itself
GetFitForSurfing
check your plants at night, looks like the work of a hungry hornworm
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There are several reasons why pepper plant leaves might fall off, including:
Watering
Both overwatering and underwatering can cause pepper plant leaves to drop. Overwatering can lead to root rot, while underwatering can cause drought conditions. Leaves that are overwatered will be soft and mushy, while leaves that are underwatered will be dry and crispy.
Environmental stress
Sudden changes in temperature or humidity can cause leaf drop. Extreme heat or cold can damage leaves, and high winds can also cause leaves to fall off. Too much direct sun can scorch leaves, while not enough sun can cause leaves to reach for the light.
Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of essential nutrients like nitrogen, potassium, and magnesium can lead to leaf drop.
Pests and diseases
Aphids, spider mites, bacterial spot, or fungal infections can cause leaf drop. Fungal diseases are very common in pepper plants and can cause infected plants to drop leaves, wilt, and turn yellow.
It also looks like a plastic pot. If it can’t air prune, it will eventually choke itself
check your plants at night, looks like the work of a hungry hornworm
Its fall. That time of year