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Spanish lavender yellow leaves #805729

Asked August 11, 2022, 8:12 AM EDT

I rescued a small Spanish lavender tree topiary from a big box store that had been neglected and was all but dead from under watering. I deadheaded it and repotted it and it seems to be doing fine with new growth everywhere. However the old leaves are hanging on and have turned yellow.  I want to know if I can take those leaves off (by plucking or snipping?) or should I let them run their course and hopefully they will drop off on their own.

Rock Island County Illinois

Expert Response

As you described this looks like a formerly stressed plant. Since there is no apparent disease pressure, I'd suggest leaving the yellowing leaves to die back. Remove any dead brown or black leaves as they occur if they do not fall off on their own.

Good job reviving this plant!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 11, 2022, 12:17 PM EDT
Thank you so much for the prompt response. I just recently put the plant in full sun and I think its helping speed up the dying process. I didn't realize some of the leaves had turned brown and black until I took the photo. Duh! They were yellowing for ever, I wanted to get them off and let the new growth be seen. I'm so excited about my new hobby, gardening. I retired in May and I'm all over it, can't get enough. I also successfully propagated the clippings from the lavender. I also bought an african violet last January from HyVee of all places and it lost its blooms and it is now blooming all over the place again. I could go on and on but I'm sure it's too much. Thank you for words of encouragement,  I'm just tickled to death. O, I did a straw bale garden for first time this year and it's been successful. Next year, raised beds and a green house in the future.  I hope I can pick your brains again in the future when I get stuck. What a wonderful resource.  Thanks again! Sincerely, Kari Hess
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The Question Asker Replied August 11, 2022, 6:09 PM EDT
My pleasure! Enjoy your gardening adventure!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 16, 2022, 5:04 PM EDT

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