CARE OF DIEFFENBACHIA
Light: Dieffenbachia need medium to high
Light: direct sun will burn the leaves. Too much light may cause the vibrant leaf color to fade; too little light and the
leaves will become smaller and further apart on the stem.
Water: Although
a dieffenbachia likes to be moist, be careful not to over water your plant, allow the top third of the soil to dry out before
watering it.
Temperature: Dieffenbachia prefer temperatures above 60 degrees.
Cold drafts from doors, windows, or air conditioners will cause bottom leaves to turn yellow.
Fertilizer: Fertilize only when the plant is actively growing, every two weeks in the summer, once a month in
the spring and fall, and never in the winter. Excess plant food in the soil causes browning around the leaf edges.
Pests: Dieffenbachia are prone to
spider mites and mealy bugs. When infected, spray all parts of the plant, especially the underside of the leaves, with the
green solution every 10 days for a month.
Pruning: If your dieffenbachia has leaves on
top and none on the bottom, cut the top off and replant it either in the same pot with your existing dieffenbachia or in a
new pot. The remaining part of the old plant will branch and look good again in no time.
Special Instructions: Quickly wash your skin if it comes into contact with the sap of a dieffenbachia. Seek medical
advice if a child or pet ingests any part of a dieffenbachia.
