dumb cane

Water Dumb Cane plants lightly, about once per week, providing enough moisture to keep the soil lightly moist. Reduce watering to once every 2 weeks if the leaves start to discolor or feel limp. Avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot. Water Dumb Cane when the soil becomes dry to the touch. Feel the soil 1 to 2 inches below the surface before deciding whether or not the plant needs water.

Dumb cane (Dieffenbachia seguine) prefers bright, indirect sunlight. The best way to achieve this is for the plant to receive 4–6 hours of sunlight each day. It is important to avoid direct sunlight, as the plant may become scorched. For best results, you should move the Dieffenbachia seguine to an area with indirect sunlight in the morning and another area with indirect sunlight in the afternoon.

Dumb cane (Dieffenbachia seguine) should be pruned in late spring or early summer. Generally, pruning should be kept to a minimum. As long as the plant is healthy, you only need to remove dead or damaged foliage. If you want to control the size of your plant, you can prune stems or shoots back by around a third of their length. Always sterilize your pruning tools before use to prevent any bacterial infection of your plant.