Peperomia yellow leaves

For common fleshy-leaved peperomias, yellowing with plump falling leaves or soft petioles often accompanies a wet root ball. One aging lower leaf with firm new growth needs no rescue.

Look beyond the surface

Check the soil below the top layer and empty any cover pot. A small root system surrounded by a large volume of wet mix may need a smaller pot. Let the upper mix dry before watering thoroughly.

If stems soften

Inspect the roots and remove collapsed tissue. If the crown is failing, take firm, healthy stem cuttings above it and root them in lightly moist propagation mix. A fresh cutting needs moisture to form roots; keeping it completely dry is not a recovery plan.