Why is my snake plant turning yellow reasons why your snake plant’s leaves may be turning yellow. Whether the problem is due to poor soil, overwatering, temperature fluctuations, fungal diseases, pests or nutrient deficiencies, the good news is that these problems are all fixable.

Poor drainage is one of the most common causes for yellowing snake plant leaves. This plant likes well-draining soil, and it should be watered when the top of the soil is dry to the touch (the bottom of the pot should also be dry). Insufficient drainage will also lead to root rot. If your plant is in a container with poor drainage, consider repotting it into a larger container or amending the soil with sand or perlite to improve drainage.

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Overfertilization can also cause snake plant leaves to turn yellow, particularly if the fertilizer is applied too frequently or at the wrong time. Generally, snake plants only need to be fertilized about twice per year, in the spring and summer. If you suspect that this is the issue, flush the soil with water several times to remove excess nutrients and only add fertilizer when it is needed.

Another possibility for yellow leaves is natural aging. This process is normal, and the plant is simply shedding older leaves to make room for new growth.