How to Revive/Bring Pothos Back to Life
Last Updated on July 25, 2024
Pothos is a beautiful and easy-to-care-for houseplant that can brighten any room. However, even the most dedicated plant parent may let their pothos languish from time to time. If your pothos is looking a little worse for wear, don’t despair!
With a little love and attention, you can bring your plant back to life in no time.
- If your pothos has leaves that are yellowing, wilting, or browning, it needs some TLC
- Check the soil to see if it is dry
- If it is, water your plant until the soil is moist but not soggy
- Look for any pests or diseases that may be affecting your plant
- Treat accordingly if needed
- Prune off any dead or dying leaves and stems
- fertilize your plant with a balanced fertilizer according to package directions
Droopy Pothos
Pothos are very low-maintenance plants and can tolerate neglect better than most other houseplants. They prefer bright indirect light but can also survive in low light conditions. Water when the soil begins to dry out, allowing the plant to go slightly dry between waterings.
Overwatering can cause root rot, so be sure to let the soil dry out somewhat before watering again. fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half. Pothos are relatively pest-free plants, but mealybugs and aphids can sometimes be a problem.
Why is My Pothos Dying After Repotting
If you’ve recently repotted your pothos and it’s started to die, don’t despair! There are a few reasons why this may be happening, and luckily, there are also some easy solutions. One reason why your pothos may be dying after repotting is because you didn’t use enough soil.
When repotting, make sure to use fresh, high-quality potting mix or fertilizer and fill the pot until there’s about an inch of space at the top. This will give your plant plenty of room to grow roots and stay healthy. Another reason for dying pothos could be that you’re using the wrong type of potting mix.
While most plants will do fine in standard potting mix, pothos prefer a light, well-drained mix. You can find special mixes for pothos at most garden centers or online. Finally, it’s possible that you’re overwatering your plant.
Pothos like to dry out between waterings, so wait until the top inch or two of soil is dry before watering again. If you suspect overwatering is the problem, try moving your plant to a spot with better drainage and/or letting it dry out more between waterings. If you follow these tips, your pothos should start to recover soon!
Pothos Dying Yellow Leaves
If your pothos leaves are turning yellow, there are a few potential reasons why. It could be due to too much or too little water, temperature stress, or even a nutrient deficiency.
If you’re watering your pothos too frequently, the roots may not be able to get the oxygen they need and the leaves will start to turn yellow. If you think this might be the problem, let the soil dry out completely before watering again. You can also try replanting in a pot with better drainage.
Too Little Water On the other hand, if you’re not watering your pothos enough, it will start to wilt and the leaves will turn yellow. Make sure to keep an eye on the soil and water when it starts to dry out.
You may also need to increase humidity around your plant if it’s in a dry environment. Temperature Stress Pothos like warm temperatures but can suffer from heat stress if it gets too hot.
If the leaves are turning yellow and drooping, it’s probably because of temperature stress. Move your plant to a cooler spot away from direct sunlight or drafts.
How Do You Regenerate a Pothos Plant?
Pothos plants are very easy to propagate and can be done in a number of ways. The most common method is by stem cuttings, which can be taken from an existing plant and then rooted in water or soil. To do this, simply cut a length of stem with a few leaves attached, and remove the bottom leaves.
Place the cutting in a jar of water or pot of moistened soil, and keep it out of direct sunlight. In time, roots will form and the cutting can be transplanted into its own pot. Another way to propagate pothos is by leaf cuttings.
This method is similar to stem cuttings, but instead of using a length of the stem, you simply take a single leaf with a bit of the stem attached. Cut the leaves into sections (each with a bit of stem), and then place them in water or moistened soil as before. Again, keep them out of direct sunlight and roots should form after some time.
Conclusion
Pothos plants are known for their hardiness, but even they can suffer from neglect. If your pothos is looking a little worse for wear, don’t despair! With a little love and care, you can bring it back to life.
Here are some tips on how to revive your pothos: 1. Check the roots. If the roots are rotted or blackened, it’s time to start fresh with a new plant.
However, if the roots are just dry or brown, they can be saved. 2. Trim away any dead or dying leaves. This will help the plant focus its energy on new growth.
3. Place the plant in bright, indirect sunlight. Pothos prefer shady spots, so too much sun can scorch the leaves. 4. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering is one of the most common reasons for pothos death, so be sure not to drench the soil each time you water.
FAQs
Will a Pothos With No Leaves Grow Back?
A pothos with no leaves will not grow back. The plant will die.
Why are Pothos Dying in Water?
One reason why pothos may die when grown in water is because of the lack of nutrients. Pothos need nutrients from the soil to grow properly.