Why do water lily leaves turn yellow?

A question from a member: Well I must tell you, my pond is in and done. I just love my water fall, it is sooo relaxing to sit out there and be relaxed by the sound. I have a few questions about my aquatic plants. Do the lily pad leaves turn yellow normally? read more

Excess salt -- from water with a high salt content or cow manure, which is salty -- also can yellow leaves. Try to identify the cause of the salt saturation, and remove it to restore your lilies to health. Also, old lily leaves turn yellow when they are dying. If only a few leaves on your plant are yellow, it could be because of age. read more

The leaves on a water lily will turn yellow and brown and eventually die off and get mushy, as part of the normal life cycle. But you should always see one or two new leaves for every leaf that dies off naturally. read more