Seedling Stress: Why Lower Leaves Turn Yellow After Transplanting

Gardening Tip: Why Your Seedlings' Lower Leaves Are Yellowing and What to Do Belarusian gardeners are facing a common post-transplant issue: yellowing of lower leaves on tomato, pepper, and cucumber plants. Natasha Dovgel, a popular gardening vlogger known as "ПИУ от Наташи Довгель," explains that this is usually a normal stress reaction. "Don't panic and start digging up the plant," she advises in her video. "This yellowing is often due to cool soil temperatures after transplanting." Dovgel shows the yellowing leaves on her own plants, then demonstrates healthy, vibrant new growth on the same plants a short time later, illustrating her point. The video offers simple, effective advice for home gardeners, emphasizing patience and allowing the soil to warm up. Experts confirm that this yellowing is often temporary and plants will recover with proper care.