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title: "I have this beautiful tradescantia that recently started yellowing…"
description: "I have this beautiful tradescantia that recently started yellowing leaves. Any idea why? It’s healthy enough to start flowing! And I know tradescantia can be…"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Monstera_Man"
published: "2023-04-28T18:09:11.705Z"
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# I have this beautiful tradescantia that recently started yellowing…

_Posted by Monstera\_Man on 2023-04-28_

I have this beautiful tradescantia that recently started yellowing leaves. Any idea why? It’s healthy enough to start flowing! And I know tradescantia can be finicky and naturally lose too leaves.

Maybe more watering? I do see some roots growing out of the drainage hole. More space?

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## 1 comment

### alex commented on 2023-04-28

needs more space definitely if roots are coming through bottom! maybe repot and a little water🥰

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