Signs and Symptoms of Overwatered Plants

For indoor and outdoor plants to be healthy, they must receive the correct amount of water. Overwatering is the number one plant killer. How do you know if they're getting too much? Check the following tell-tale signs.

Leaves Change in Appearance

This is usually the first sign of a plant receiving too much water. Leaves will first become yellow, then slowly wilt and wither.

No New Leaf Growth

Once the already formed leaves have wilted, an overwatered plant will stop forming new leaves entirely.

Root Rot

Too much water in an indoor or outdoor plant can lead to root rot as it saturates the soil, depriving the roots of much-needed oxygen.

Mold Growth

By overwatering plants, you create a moist environment ideal for spurring the growth of algae and other fungi. Check for signs of mold growth on the soil and the plant's lower leaves.

Soft Stems

After root rot has set in, stems will usually turn dark green and become mushy or stringy.