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title: "Are drying leaves from underwatering? Following recommendations for…"
description: "Are drying leaves from underwatering? Following recommendations for corn plant but seems to not be improving"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/q4oHaXS9ChkwxqScoaiXIi"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "TG"
published: "2026-01-17T14:27:17.813535Z"
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# Are drying leaves from underwatering? Following recommendations for…

_Posted by TG on 2026-01-17_

Are drying leaves from underwatering? Following recommendations for corn plant but seems to not be improving

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## 3 comments

### Madison commented on 2026-01-17

With a corn plant, it’s more likely to be overwatering than underwatering. Do you check the soil moisture before watering or do you water based on the Planta schedule?

#### TG replied on 2026-01-21

I just follow the Planta apps recommendation but good to know it should trend towards less moisture! I will check before watering going forward. Thank you!

### Nan commented on 2026-01-17

Could need a bigger pot

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