Maple Tree · Gardenality Genius · Zone 10A · 30° to 35° F · Comment About Feeding
Dieffenbachias are considered heavy feeders. Use a complete fertilizer such as 20-20-20 and feed every 4-6 weeks only during the active growing season.

Maple Tree · Gardenality Genius · Zone 10A · 30° to 35° F
Dieffenbachia is grown mainly as a house plant for its beautiful foliage. Dieffenbachia tolerates a wide range of light conditions. They will grow in heavy shade and can be used in dark areas of the home, but growth will be slowed. Best growth is achieved in bright indirect light.

Maple Tree · Gardenality Genius · Zone 10A · 30° to 35° F · Comment About Pruning
Dieffenbachias are well known for outgrowing their spaces. As they grow taller they may lean and require support. The cure for both overgrowth and leaning is pruning. Pruning not only solves these problems, but it actually benefits the plant. New growth will emerge from a point on the stem just below where you make the pruning cut. So if you want new growth to start low, then you should prune back to about a foot above the soil. The pruned off top can be rooted in plain water, in the base of the plant, or in a separate small pot filled with damp potting mix.

Maple Tree · Gardenality Genius · Zone 10A · 30° to 35° F
The soil should be allowed to become moderately dry between waterings,
and then the plant should receive a thorough drenching. If pots are sitting in trays be sure to empty tray after watering. Dieffenbachia likes moist soil, but not wet. Too wet a soil will kill this plant.

Kathi F. · Gardenality Seedling · Zone 8A · 10° to 15° F
Dieffenbachia are poisonous if ingested, so be very careful if you have pets and/or small children.