Dieffenbachia Plant Care | How to Care for a Dumb Cane Plant

[@deediane8874]

What a coincidence! I just peeked over at my dumb cane to see how it was doing seconds before i saw you had a new video up! i was concerned because her leaves were droopy for a few days. I used my water meter and it kept showing the soil was quite most. So i wiped the leaves down, moved to area where there's great late sunlight, nothing! So last night i took to the sink, watered and lightly fertilized with 10-10-10 and fish emulsion added to fresh rain water and voila! It's now standing nice and perky! So i realize now if leaves are droopy and not turning yellow or brown it might need water in spite of the water meter reading. Thanks for sharing!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Dee Diane! Thank you for sharing that! Mine got too dry last week while I was on vacation and I came home to several yellow leaves! Gave it a good watering and it's looking fine again. They really do need a lot of water.

[@Victoria-wh6fx]

My plant was limp and became more limp over course of a week. I watered it after realizing it was very dry. I Watered it to where the water came out the bottom of the pot. However it’s been about 36 hours now and it’s still limp. Was going to attach the branches to bamboo sticks. Any other suggestions? I don’t know what this 10 10 10 item is you’re talking about so please advise

[@catherineannhunter3]

My dumb cane so far has been my hardest plant I’ve ever had and everyone says it’s easy care 😭 glad to watch this !!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yeah, it can be very temperamental. I'm so glad you found the video helpful. Best of luck!

[@alexandrasanchez7039]

mine too!

[@vanessaherrera8673]

My experience EXACTLY! I’m not alone

[@TheAmbitiousDiaries]

FINALLY, a video that I understood. New to plant care and all the videos I have watched prior to yours was just overall confusing. Your video was informative, in a language a could understand and answered all questions I had. Also, thank you for sharing your recommended meter and plant food below.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thanks so much!! I'm really glad you found the vid helpful. I've only been growing plants for a little over a year, so I tried to answer all the questions I had when I was starting out. Take care and have a lovely day... xo Cheryl

[@BLANKU2]

I know this vid is from 2019 but I got a enormous "Di. Panther" plant at Home Depot and with taking all your advice my plant is thriving! I just wanted to come back and thank you Ty Ty Ty for helping me keep it beautiful!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

That is awesome! Thank you for letting me know.

[@nadia_islam_1985]

dieffenbachia is one of the hardest plants i’ve ever had. thank you very much for the video. much appreciated.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome and I agree, it is the most demanding plant I've had. About once every six months one of them has some issue that needs to be fixed.

[@geraldn.6871]

You're a beautiful person to care for a neighbor's dog. Your plant is beautiful. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video :-)

[@bridgettepinkelman2024]

Thank you so very much!!! I love the tone of your voice. So calming 💕💕

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You are so welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed watching!

[@magspies]

Thanks for the video. Poor Gizmo definitely had reason to be mad!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh you're welcome - and he definitely is a little character :-)

[@salmafelimban4503]

Thanks.. mine is all turning yellow. I’ll try follow all the tips, appreciate it💚

[@kimberlycouture2373]

What a great video! I've beensearching through so many dumb cane videos and this one is definitely the best I've found so far. You are so beautiful aswell and have such a sweet and calming personality. Thanks for the tips. I am subscribing! God bless you!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you Kimberly! When the plant started to decline earlier this year I was frustrated too because I couldn't find anything about care. I finally found a couple of garden blogs that had some helpful info and the rest was trial and error. Thanks for subbing and I will definitely incorporate more plant care videos in the future. Have a wonderful day... xoxo Cheryl

[@amyl.shultz1121]

Thank you for all of this helpful information! I just came home from Lowe’s with a small Dieffenbachia and wanted more info on growing it. I think they are gorgeous plants

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you Amy, I'm glad the info was helpful! I agree, I also think they are beautiful!!

[@Im4realtryme]

I'm so glad I found your video! I have bought 2 in the last month from Lowe's, the first one I repotted and it is looking a hot mess. Pretty much all of the leaves have fallen off or have turned almost white. The second one is still in the original pot and is doing okay. They are much bigger than the ones you have. I am determined to bring the first one back to life. Thanks for the tips!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hello Stacey! Congrats on the new plants!! I think the larger ones are more stable than the smaller varieties I have. Although, at this time of year I notice mine has shed a lot of its growth from the summer and tiny new leaves are growing in at the base. Make sure to check for pests and keep it warm and away from drafts. They are quite hardy and I expect your one will bounce back in no time!! Have a wonderful day... xo Cheryl

[@geraldn.6871]

I must have watched this video literally a dozen times in the last few months🤓. Then I noticed that I didn't subbed, so I finally did. I appreciate your style of teaching. You're easy to listen to, and seem like a friend visiting😊. I'm seriously thinking of buying a dieffenbachias🤔. Your plants are beautiful🌱. I hope I can keep mine alive. Take care 😊

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Gerald! Thank you for subbing!! And thank you for your kind words. It's certainly worth giving them a try, especially some of the larger varieties are really stunning! Just don't spend too much money on one, just in case, LOL! Actually, I think they are pretty hardy, they just need the right environment to look their best. Good luck and let me know if you do get one... xoxo Cheryl

[@SaeleeSaan]

Best video I’ve seen on dumb cane. Thank you.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you! My end of summer houseplant tour is coming out on tomorrow, in case you are interested in seeing something like that :-)

[@davidhoward2412]

I've had several dumb cane plants and they all died. E eryone says they are easy to maintain, not for me. But I will try again using your tips and experience and pray it works out this time. Thank you

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Good luck! They are difficult and the two in this video both got a bacterial infection and died, so sometimes there's nothing you can do except start again.

[@RealMudSkipper]

Thank you thank you thank you. I needed just this video to care for my dieffenbachia. She is my first plant and I love her.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh you're welcome! I'm so glad the info was helpful. Enjoy your beautiful dieff.

[@Theoneandonly38dd]

I just bought a dieffenbachia camille this afternoon. Your video was the first one I brought up. I learned more from you in this video than I have learned about any plant I've purchased. I am now ready to tackle putting it in a new home and new pot! TYVM! Thumbs UP and Subscribed!!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you so much Fiona! Congratulations on your new dieffenbachia!! I'm so glad the video was helpful and I'm sure your new plant will thrive under your care. Welcome to FRD and I look forward to hearing your thoughts, especially on my next plant video, which should be up in a couple of weeks! Take care and have a wonderful day... xo Cheryl

[@annieoscar]

These are great tips Cheryl! I have one of these - big but not nearly as full as yours, I do have it in a very large pot; it belonged to my beloved late husband. I will say it's been through a lot and just keeps going! xo and hugs!❤️- Shaun

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh Shaun, I know your beautiful plant brings you so much comfort, and it's good to know that it's a hardy plant! Sometimes, I think mine may be on it's way out, but then it just bounces right back. Have a wonderful day, my friend. Sending love and a big hug! xoxo Cheryl

[@knittingggg326]

Finally a video on dieffenbachia :) I came here after watching Summers video. When I got mine a while ago I could barely find any info about it. I never understood why because it’s such a lovely plant! Thank you for all the info :)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you! I'm so glad the info was helpful. I agree, it is a lovely plant :-)

[@jasminehealey9405]

Hi- I'm not sure if you'll read this so long after releasing the video, but I feel the need to leave a comment just in case you do. First, I want to say that you have such a beautiful & calming presence & that you remind me of an angel. I was drawn into this video by the title but I instantly got a good feeling about you. That doesn't happen very often for me so I just wanted to tell you. Secondly- thank you SO MUCH for this video. I am a hard core plant lover & owner. I have (way too) many different varieties/species of plants & have somehow managed to have great success w/ almost all of them over the years. The exception? The beautiful & mystifying dieffenbachia. I have had at least 5 & zero luck with ANY of them. I watched all the care videos, I did my research on blogs & websites, & each time I decided to try again with a new 1, I thought "this time will be better", but.. it never was. Not only did most of the leaves quickly yellow then die, but I've tried propagating so many cuttings- only 1 ever rooted & quickly died once I transferred it to soil. I'm so frustrated by the issues I have with these plants but besides really wanting them because of how gorgeous they are, i feel compelled to keep trying until I (hopefully one day) have success. So, in the spirit of optimism, I bought another 1 yesterday. It's big & full & stunning but I'm already assuming that it will quickly decline. Since making this one, I'm curious to know if you've maybe discovered any additional tips, tricks or info about it while you've been maintaining it after the rescue. And if so, I'm wondering if you'd possibly consider making a follow up video? Either way though, I thank you again. Maybe I'll be able to keep my new dieffenbachia alive & at least somewhat well by following your advice & experience. It's very kind of you to share this info with us & I made sure to subscribe. If you do see this, I'm so sorry about leaving a novel sized comment like this, I just couldn't help myself. Thank you again so much!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Jasmine! Thanks so much for those kind words and I'm so glad you found this video helpful. There is a blog I read by the owner of a greenhouse and one of the only plants he will not stock is... yep, the dieffenbachia Camille. He feels it's not worth it because once it's transferred out of the optimal conditions of the greenhouse it starts to decline. As this winter approached both my dieffs began losing leaves until they were both almost bald within 2 weeks. I treated for pests, adjusted feeding and watering but they just went downhill together. I replanted the larger one in a larger pot and it has started pushing out a few new leaves so I'm keeping a close eye on it until spring. If it hangs on, I plan to cut back the stalks to see if it will take off again. The smaller, I just threw out :-) I'm so glad you left this comment! Since you've had so much experience w/ it, do you have any idea what might have gone wrong? Had both about 2 years and both were doing great until suddenly they weren't. Also they were in 2 different parts of the house. Haha, I know you wanted tips and here I am asking you for advice! xo Cheryl

[@MyLifeWendy]

I cant believe I never left my message.. I wanted to thank you Cheryl for doing this.. This has really helped me with one of my Angel plant .. (I cant remember the actual name of it) but a co worker over two years ago gave it to me... and it was having issues and all of your tips here has really helped her liven up.. Love you my friend!! Hugs wendy

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yay!!! I'm so glad this was helpful. I love that you have "Angel" plants :-) Have a wonderful week my friend... Love you, too!! xoxo Cheryl

[@roseboyd-prince7310]

Thank you so much I have checked out many other so-called professional channels and they really were not very in-depth and not very helpful you went more in-depth and it really helped me out with what I was looking for I have a dieffenbachia that just has given me problems from day one and I think thanks to you we might be turning the corner keep your fingers crossed for me and thank you again and God bless you

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you so much, Rose - I'm really glad the story of my struggles w/ this plant were helpful. Fingers are definitely crossed! Blessings and joy to you and have a wonderful day... xo Cheryl

[@aida087]

Thank you for sharing Cheryl!! I gifted a plant arrangement for Mother's Day which includes a Diffenbachia so this info will come in handy!!🥰🙏🏼

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh that's wonderful, I'm glad the info was helpful! 🌻

[@hindbabouloula2112]

Thank you so much. My dumbcane has been well... acting dumb and I was going to yeet it. My house is pretty cold during winter and my plant was growing a little dead. I will try to keep it in a warmer place and water it more.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

That's great to hear. Glad it's doing well!!

[@emmaaa_-22]

Thank you so much! My dumb cane started turning yellow after watering it decently for a few days, so I thought I was overwatering. I let the soil dry out, but that was the mistake. I can now say the plant is on a road to recovery thanks to your knowledge!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh I'm so glad! There can be so many things that can stress out this plant, you almost have to be a detective to figure it out! :-)

[@emmaaa_-22]

@@FreeRangeDiva For sure! I'm so glad I found your channel! Keep on being awesome!

[@natividadtorres2149]

Happy to hear your plant is doing fine, on the other hand mines is looking sad . Right now the leaves are yellow and kind of droppy. The soil feels ok but I’m not sure where it needs water. But anyways , I’ll try my best before letting it go . Everyone has different options on how to care for it but I’ll give it my best. Good luck to you all

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you and don't feel bad about letting this plant go. They can be very difficult. I lost both of mine last year due to a bacteria infection that literally turned all the leaves yellow within a couple of days.

[@tarakennedy707]

One of my first plants was a diffenbachia and so far its the only one I've killed. I bought a new one today (finally broke down and did it because they're so beautiful 😍). This was very helpful

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you, I'm so glad the info was helpful. Enjoy your new diff!

[@RanalynnNaipo]

Good morning sweetie. Most of my house plants love filtered water instead of tap water. Excellent tips for us who love house plants. Very helpful. Hugs 🤗

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Ranalynn! Oh, you should show us your plants sometime! I'm sure you have a very green thumb... Take care and have a wonderful day, my dear! xoxo Cheryl

[@annmariemarin5513]

I've watched 5 or 6 videos about dumb cane and yours, by far, is the best! I always, always kill these. I have one right now someone bought me and of course its dying. Most people say to let it dry out between waterings! I will try and apply your tips. Thank you!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thanks Annemarie! Yes, they can be a challenge. Mine decided to drop a lot of it's leaves at the end of summer. It likely got too dry during a recent heat wave. It's still growing though, so hopefully it will look full again soon :-)

[@que292]

Hi Cheryl, Your plants are gorgeous! I learned so much from this video, Thank you! I swear by a moisture meter. Looks of the soil on the top of a plant can be very deceiving. I plan on finally repotting my very old silver chinese evergreen this weekend :D and Btw, this a great color on you, very pretty! Have a good day, xoxo Julie

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Julie! Thank you!! Oh I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. It's a bit different for me, but I've really been enjoying adding some life to my space and I'm happy this dieff is doing so well. It was so special to receive it from you almost a year ago! Oh and if you get a chance, email me a picture of your chinese evergreen! Have a wonderful weekend, my friend. Hugs... Cheryl

[@abiering]

What beautiful plants that look so healthy.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thanks so much, Annette! Have a great day... xo Cheryl

[@elayneplanche4031]

I have the same problem every plant a bar in that variety looks pretty until I have a couple of weeks and then all the leaves start yellow in and I keep cutting them off until I have nothing left I’m gonna try one more time after watching your video if you don’t work this time I’m just not gonna buy any more cause it’s a lost cause so pray that I get to keep one and get it growing because I like them so much enjoyed your video it was helpful

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you Elayne and yes, I know how frustrating it can be. Also, if you lose all the leaves, don't throw out the stem. Set the pot in a warm location and wait. After a couple of months the leaves may come back!

[@brittney1950]

This video is highly informative. I just moved my plant to my upstairs bedroom. Its winter right now and the leaves started to turn yellow on my dumb cane. Im going to take your advice and order the tools necessary to keep this plant thriving. The dumb cane still has a lot of life left in her and i dont want it to die on me like my fiddle leaf fig (it was infested & i couldnt save it).

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Brittney! Thanks, I'm glad the video was helpful. I had to move both of mine to a warmer room for the winter, too. One wasn't getting enough light and the other got spider mites! I've treated it and it seems to be doing much better - keeping my fingers crossed and it will be featured in my video next Tuesday. xo Cheryl

[@teresagayle8316]

Enjoy watching your video

[@FreeRangeDiva]

I'm so glad, thanks for stopping by.

[@sylviagonzales1841]

Thank you so much for your information. I thought I was killing my plant, until I saw your video. I have the same problems you described. I will follow your direction.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yes, Sylvia, I always find this time of year, as the seasons change, to be difficult for this plant. Best of luck w/ yours and I hope these tips will help.

[@angelaL9403]

Thank you so much for sharing tips on dieffenbachia. I really needed them. I needed them ALL. I'm hoping to see less yellowing and more growth. It appears the young leaves stay green but the older leaves turn yellow. I keep getting new growth but in turn older leaves dying. The soil is draining properly. I moved her to my kitchen nook which is warmer and sunny (indirect). She was fed about a month ago. I'll have to remember to keep her on the moist side😉

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hello! As long as leaves are growing, that's a good sign. Once you find that "perfect spot" it should settle down. Mine did not lose a leaf during the entire growing season. But a few weeks ago it shed a lot of that older growth, although there are still new leaves coming in. Recently the weather turned really hot and dry and I missed a watering - it was literally drooping. But I watered it really thoroughly and so far, no leaves have yellowed... fingers crossed :-)

[@angelaL9403]

@@FreeRangeDiva Thanks for all your help😁

[@michellecelesteNW]

Very helpful info! I inherited a massive dumb cane from a neighbor and I've been watching it slowly die. Turns out I was doing the opposite for everything. Fingers crossed it'll turn around now I know what to do. Thank you!!!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh yes, they are very resilient! I'm sure it will thriving in no time!!

[@michellecelesteNW]

@@FreeRangeDiva It's been about a month and I made some subtle changes, basically keeping the window next to it closed at night and misting it and giving it heaps more water. Last week I gave it some long overdo fertilizer and a beautiful new flower sprouted up real fast. I did lose a couple leaves but there are lots of new ones coming in thanks to these changes. THANK YOU so much!!!! This thing is over 6' tall so I'm very grateful it's happy.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@michellecelesteNW Yay!! I'm so happy to hear that it's doing so well!

[@jacquiplace3742]

Thank you for you really good video. You are so soft spoken and nice. This is a very helpful video. I’ll watch it again

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh thank you for those kind words, Jacqui! I'm glad the info was helpful! xo Cheryl

[@illumlife588]

I also forgot to mention lol I am loving watching your collection grow Cheryl. I feel like once you start the collection keeps growing and growing no matter how fast or slow:) I wish I had a week to myself were I could sit and watch each one of my friends channels and get caught up on every single one! I love watching you so much even though it takes me forever to comment on videos.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Emily! Thanks so much and I totally understand about getting behind on YT viewing. I enjoy seeing your collection too and if I could make a request... I'd love to see how you're styling your plants and incorporating them into your decor. I know you did a few DIYs a few months ago so I would love to see how those got incorporated too! I ordered a tradescantia from Steve's Leaves this month, but I feel like now I really want to concentrate on the best ways to style and display the plants I have before adding any more. :-)

[@illumlife588]

Free Range Diva ha ha ha! Cheryl I really need to crack down and buy some shelving and styling materials as well not much change has happened because I spent all of my fun money on plants not even joking🤷‍♀️😂 I told my husband Jeff next month I’m going to start purchasing the shelving units I’m putting in my living room and kitchen. The room where I like to do a lot of my filming also needs new shelves I’m hoping maybe I can stop by Goodwill and refinish some furniture pieces for cheaper. Furniture is no joke on how expensive they can get! I will definitely do an update!😜💕

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@illumlife588 Sometimes you can find awesome stuff at Goodwill. I found my desk at a Goodwill in NYC almost 20 years ago and, after SEVERAL moves, it still looks great because it's made of real wood instead of pressboard.

[@illumlife588]

Free Range Diva I prefer real word any day over depressed particleboard! We bought our kitchen table at Goodwill for $100 and it’s solid wood! I want to do some re-vamping with it and sand the top of it down stain it the same color as my kitchen cabinets and then paint the legs of the table white, and probably the chairs as well👍🏻💕

[@barbaramobley8845]

Thx for sharing your knowledge! My dumb cane is like the second one you showed. It has really grown and was looking really beautiful even though leggier than yours. However, just recently the bottom leaves are looking a bit droopy. They're dark green and smaller than the top leaves. No yellow leaves at all but i have noticed a few brown tips. I try to be careful with watering as I've had problems with overwatering in the past. I love it so much and hate to lose it. What do i do about droopy leaves and make it bushier as well?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Unfortunately, drooping leaves can be a sign of not enough water, or too much water. If it's not drying out too much, it may need fertilizing. Try a low dose, organic fertilizer. Also brown tips are usually due to low humidity. HTH

[@FromMrsAbbie]

Yes Dieffenbachia are very fussy. Yours are so beautiful. New subscriber here. Thanks for sharing. Blessings to you.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Blessings to you as well Mrs Abbie! I'm glad you enjoyed watching

[@KarenLux]

Thank you for your video I have been having the hardest time with this plant. I thought I was watering it too much so I started letting it get dry. I will definitely be using your tips. I greatly appreciate your video :).

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you, I'm so glad the info was helpful and good luck w/ your Dieff!! 😊

[@Artakapachigh]

Just took a few cuttings. Hope my propagation goes well.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Have fun and let me know how it goes!!

[@2b45]

Thank you for this wonderful video, I was given a large clipping of a defenbaucher plant by my neighbor. Never owned one in my life, I put the clip in a bottle of water and some plant food and placed it In front of my living room window.Hopefully it will recover, and sprout roots. Then I can put it in a pot.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you! How wonderful to recieve a large clipping. I'm sure it will root up in no time!!

[@2b45]

How do I send you a picture of my large piece that I was given?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@2b45 If you are on IG you can tag me or tag me on facebook. I'm free range diva on both!

[@dougm2250]

Thank you for this video. I just purchased my first Diffenbachia and want to keep it outside for the summer season here along the Carolina coast. I`m going to try direct morning light (about 2 or 3 hrs ) and then filtered sunlight into shade. Wish me luck! :P

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Good luck! That sounds like a great plan :-)

[@EbonyGirlSpeaks]

I brought one a few weeks ago and I love it. I just want to make sure I keep it healthy but I need to repot it, it’s huge! Great video, tfs!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thanks and enjoy your beautiful new plant!! xo Cheryl

[@heavnli_goddess6052]

What a nice and informative video..thanks!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh thank you... I'm glad you enjoyed watching!!

[@rosemarysynnott6544]

Thanks for the great info, your plants are lovely as are you.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Awww, thank you Rosemary! I'm glad you enjoyed watching. Have a fabulous day... xo Cheryl

[@floridahiker1503]

Superb video. Thanks for making !

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

[@Birdieblogger]

So excited I found your channel! Great video girl!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yay! Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful... xo Cheryl

[@PlantsaremyTherapy]

You're a person and good neighbor. I wish you were my neighbor. I have three different cultivars of dieffenbachia plants. Your plant looks very nice. That cultivar is my third favorite. Camouflage and panther are my favorite cultivars. The second dieffenbachia you had shown I don't have, but it's very nice. I use to have a silk plant like that. Wishing you good health and happiness always :)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hello! Thanks so much!! I really enjoyed your recent aglaomena video as they are a favorite of mine. If you ever do a care video for your dieffenbachia I will be watching! Have a beautiful day... xoxo Cheryl

[@PlantsaremyTherapy]

Free Range Diva : Good morning, Diva😊👍⏱[Full View, again] My two dieffenbachias are growing very nicely. I tried to make a propagation video, but it was too beautiful. I didn't want to divide it, so I repotted it, and it's growing even nicer! I went to look for a dieffenbachia to buy, so I can divide a plant I'm not emotionally attached. I know it's strange to be emotionally attached to a plant, but I can't explain why I can't just chopped it up for an informational video. Long story short: Found an overgrown plant, bought it, discovered a 'silver bay' is an agloenema, so now I made another Chinese evergreen propagation video? Darn it! Rambling mood... Sorry :) Enjoyed your video again, Have a great day :)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@PlantsaremyTherapy LOL!! Yeah, I know what you mean about not wanting to divide it. There is a stem sitting off to the side, just waiting to be detached and made into a new plant, and I can't bring myself to do it. Honestly, I'm afraid I'll do something wrong and shock the big plant and kill it.

[@qianwu1873]

Why are my dumb cane's leaves so small? I do use fertilizer sometimes, not sure if that helps or it's just lacking sunlight cuz I live in Seattle. Thanks for the video!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

My guess would be it needs a little more light, especially now when it will be actively growing.

[@assassinpandaa1192]

Hi Cheryl! Thanks for the video, I adore dieffenbachia! I am having some trouble with mine right now though, his leaves are drooping downwards but not dying/yellowing. I water him consistently so I'm not too sure what the issue is with him? He gets plenty of light too so I'm not too sure what's the go!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh I know what you mean! Maybe pull back on the watering a bit and let it dry out a little more. Also may need some fertilizer. Sometimes mine can look droopy because of the heat. Keep me posted!

[@assassinpandaa1192]

Awesome, thank you so much for the help! I'll letcha know how he goes 😍😍

[@Botanibabies]

Whoa that is huge!!! Have you harvested any babies? I may have to get some of that fertilizer, because the fish emulsion is soooooo stinky. My husband claims it makes his eyes water 🙄

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Haha! A few years ago my cousin brought over some fish fertilizer for the tomato plants I was "trying" (and ultimately failed) to grow in the back yard. It was so strong I think it attracted every critter within a mile, LOL!!! Honestly, I'm afraid to mess with it, so I haven't tried to divide it yet.

[@Madsstuff]

Looking forward to seeing mine shoot up this growing season! Thanks so much for your advice :)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yay!! I'm sure it will be beautiful :)

[@sirius4k]

Yeah, it most certainly isn't an easy plant. My Dieffenbachia is yellowing fast and I bought it in September. Old and new leaves. Just ordered the same humidity meter you have. I water it regularly, but I have to check just in case. I water it once a week and add fertilizer once a month, but something is not right. I should check maybe the pot I got it in is too small for it. Thanks for the info. PS! Your Dieffenbachias are beautiful!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you, although it looks awful right now - lost a lot of leaves this winter. I just repotted it because it's warm here and it had been in that pot for 2 years, so it was root bound. It's still slowly growing so I hope it will take off once it gets used to it's new home.

[@niyyatenee]

Thank you for this video. I really enjoyed your presentation & the information shared. My mom just gave me my first dumb cane and I'm looking forward to giving it great care

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you and congratulations on getting your first dieff!!

[@Jessica-lp1uf]

Hello! I really enjoyed this video!!! Please please consider starting a plant channel! Your plants look phenomenal in the background!!! You could offer so much wisdom to others who are just starting out! Thanks for such an informative video. Jessica

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you Jessica, that's such a nice thing to say! I'm hoping to do more plant care videos as we get closer to spring because I'm learning a lot. Have a wonderful day... xo Cheryl

[@illumlife588]

Thank you Cheryl, I love this and it contains so much info that I can use!!! I also want to say how beautiful you look! I love your head wrap/headband and the color of your shirt looks absolutely gorgeous on you:) Hope AZ was a nice relaxing get away for you:)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi Emily! I hope you are enjoying your vacation! Thanks so much (raspberry pink is probably my favorite color of late :-)). Of course, I forgot to water both plants before I left town and when I returned.... yep, a few yellow leaves on both! Grrrr. However, after been watered and fed, both are looking great again.

[@illumlife588]

Free Range Diva I think I mentioned I have the camouflaged dieffenbachia. And I’m hoping to get the reflector! Really love the patterns on those ones too!! This was a very helpful video🥰

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@illumlife588 oh yes!!! Both of those are beautiful.

[@TheNIJUAL]

Hey illum life how have you been you and the family I have to catch up on your videos

[@anonymous-l7n4u]

Great video.

[@Dinu-desculţ]

Good morning. I am a man who loves exotic decorative plants through the leaves. I live in a block, on the 6/12 floor. My apartment has 4 rooms, where I live with about 200 plants. They are my best friends ... green friends. Some, the "little ones" sit on a small terrace (2/5 m) closed with windows, which I call "greenhouse". But other (larger) plants are in all rooms, in groups (except the bathroom, where there is no natural light). OK, I've been this hobby since I was 16 years old (1974). The first plants in my "collection" were cacti and other succulent plants (Aloes, Agave, Lithops etc). But when their number reached 1600, I had to rent a truck, to move them into a real greenhouse of one my girl friend, with all the necessary facilities. And this is not only because of the space, but because two children have appeared in my house. And for them, the cacti were very dangerous. Well, two years ago, a friend of mine donated a beautiful plant from India, a Dieffenbachia "amoena", and told me that it is a "special" plant growing rapidly. And indeed, from 40 cm, it is now 2.5 m. And soon, it will reach the ceiling, 3 m high. She has no kids yet. So ... I will have to cut the stem of the plant. And it's my pity to cut it. She will suffer great pain. She'll cry (snif snif). Anyway, I just ask: my love plant will make branches (like a tree, as Ficus)? Similarly, I have a great Monstera deliciosa, 13 years old. Thank you, and I wish you all the best, with health and happiness, in peace ! _ / | \ _ Sincerely, Dinu, 60, Romania.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you so much for sharing the story of your long life with your plant friends! Your apartment sounds absolutely lovely, especially your terrace "greenhouse." I know dieffenbachia can get big, but your's has really thrived under your care. Congratulations! And when you cut it back, I know it will be fine. Take care and many blessings to you, as well... xo Cheryl

[@Dinu-desculţ]

I'm very glad you like, dear @@FreeRangeDiva. Also, in terms of my love for plants, for their pleasure, besides watering and fertilizing them (N, P, K or manure in summer) I put some reflectors with red light in winter. And, often, calm music - they like Tchaikovsky ! ♫ ♫ ♪ ♪ ♫ ♪ ♪ ♫ ♪ ^__^

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@Dinu-desculţ haha!! Yes, calm music is good for us too!!!

[@Dinu-desculţ]

Yes, dear Diva, but we don't make flowers. And my green plants prefer the calm and harmonic music - they also like Beethoven or Jean Michael Jarre. In contrast, most plants hate the disco music !

[@amyperry9824]

Thanks for all the helpful information!! I just found your channel!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you Amy, and I'm glad the video was helpful! xo Cheryl

[@fredswartley9778]

Thanks for the video. My dumb cane plant is not doing so great. The leaves are curling up and shriveling. Could it be that I let it get too dry before watering? Or maybe it's drying out because I use the AC at night? Also, should you keep this plant away from the window?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

hi Fred, do you use a moisture meter to check how dry the soil is? It can really help to figure out how often & how deep to water. Especially now, w/ the seasons changing (going from heater to AC) watering needs will vary. Mine didn't mind a little direct light, but the plant will do just fine in indirect. Past tense because unfortunately mine were right next to each and got a bacteria infection that literally turned the leaves yellow overnight. By the time I figured out what it was, it was too late...🙁 If it doesn't improve soon, take one of the dead leaves to your local nursery to find out if it's pests or a disease.

[@nathaliep5701]

What kind of soil conditions have you noticed this plant liking? Thank you for the video

[@FreeRangeDiva]

It does fine in a well-draining soil that allows it to retain some moisture. I use a basic houseplant soil w/ a little extra pearlite. Nothing special.

[@lianelindsey1407]

Thank you for your video ❤️ I learned a lot from it! Thank you for sharing 👍

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome, I'm glad the info here was helpful!

[@zap4980]

Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You are so welcome! Glad the info was helpful 👍

[@pamelaleitman9200]

Well said and clear!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you!! xo Cheryl

[@loafyu5405]

Mine completely wilted the first few months that i got it, so i clipped it all back, it looked like a bamboo plant haha. It’s got lots of small leaves now and it’s starting to get more wilted again(not as bad as before though! So I’m going to go buy a few pots anyways so I’m gonna go get a bigger one for my dumb cane thanks!!!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yeah these guys really have a mind of their own. Mine shed a lot of it's growth from the summer but it's still growing big leaves and now there are little leaves coming in at the base. I think the bigger ones are a lot easier!

[@MSGreen1019]

Thank you. This was very helpful.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh you're welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful :-)

[@sheliajennings4537]

THANK U I GOT ONE A MONTH AGO . IT'S GROWING BUT THREE LEAVES SEEM TO TURN PALE N I BROKE THEM OFF. BUT NEW ONES R COMING N N I REPOTED D PLANT. I ALSO HAVE IT CLOSE TO D WINDOW BUT NOT TOO CLOSE. WHERE IT CAN GET SOME LIGHT. I DON'T KNOW ABOUT THIS ONE. I LOVE IT BUT I HAVE TRIED TO KEEP IT GROWING. I ALSO MAYB NEED TO CHANGE TO SOME DRIFFERENT KIND OF POTTING SOILD. PLEASE HELP

[@FreeRangeDiva]

I wouldn't make any more changes right now. Just give it some time to settle in and adjust to it's new surroundings.

[@271830066]

Any Suggestion on taking care of a Peace Lilly Plan

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Mine is really easy! I keep it in a bright room (no direct sun) and water it when it's leaves start to droop a little bit. I don't wait until they really fall over - it stresses the plant too much. I fertilize twice a month during the spring and summer. I'll fertilize in the winter if I see it growing new leaves, but I'm in southern calif. where it's warm all year. That's about it. It flowers in the spring and fall. HTH!

[@sadiestone59]

Great video! Keep up the good work!🌿💜

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you Sarah - have a great day! xo Cheryl

[@andersob86]

this is so thorough. thanks so much :)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome - I'm glad it was helpful!

[@elenap3096]

Very informative video, thank you!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@bartacomuskidd775]

Hey! i have a couple understory "prayer" plants? from Africa, and im worried about keeping it alive during the winter. Lembah and Katemfe. Curculigo Latifolia (molineria latifolia) and Thaumatococcus Daniellii

[@FreeRangeDiva]

I'm not familiar w/ either of those plants so I looked up their pictures: Wow! Beautiful leaves. Reminds me of some of the tropical palms!

[@bartacomuskidd775]

@@FreeRangeDiva i have a sprout for each. a single one each. took a long time to find them. they turn sour things sweet. if you eat a lemon it tastes like candy, sourcream, like ice cream. granny smith apple, isl ike candy apple. unsweetened orangejuice like sunny-d. Pretty neat. so i want to keep them alive. i think the lembah, actually makes water taste sweet.. whatever that means, (that will ahve to be experienced first hand i guess.

[@dos-punks]

Very helpful! Thank you for a super in-depth video :)

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh you're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@sonjibrooks7110]

Hi Cheryl, just found your channel…thank you for the info. I’m struggling with my dieffenbachia…which is frustrating cuz I can grow everything else. Btw, what do you use on your skin? You’re beautiful.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Yes, the dieffenbachia can be difficult, especially the variety here. This video is a few years old so I don't remember what skincare I was using at the time but I have some more current videos with what I'm using now. My skin is sensitive and aging, so I don't change a lot, but I'm enjoying oil cleansing right now and peptide serums that I've used for years. Thank you for the lovely compliment! xo Cheryl

[@MrKclark1989]

Thank you for your tips. My dumb cane has been turning yellow. I’m going to try to give more humidity and give it plant food. Question as to how often should plant food be given during the peak of its season and the off season. Should the same ratio of giving plant once to twice a month during the growing season be the same or decrease?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

If you're using synthetic, cut the amount in half and feed every two weeks. If you're using a natural, feed according to directions. I feed a natural and do it weekly - when I remember :-) Mine grows all year, but if it's not growing, don't feed it.

[@virgovixen22]

What a great video this is my 2nd dumb cane. The first it started to die and i just tossed it. Now ive learned (bcuz of this video) that its becuz of the low temp in my living room in the winter. I now moved it to my bed room where its warm. It only has 5 leaves left and 4 of them are turning yellow. Including the stem growing from the middle. Tell me do it have a chance to survive??

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hi there! Well, that yellowing stem could be problematic. Have you checked the roots to make sure they're healthy? If they are, then I wouldn't worry about it - just keep it warm and give it good light and keep your fingers crossed. I recently moved one of mine that was in a room that got too cold and didn't have enough light during the winter. It was losing leaves everywhere. It's now in my warm, bright bathroom and the leaf fall has stopped and I'm seeing new growth!

[@emilydean4309]

Thank you so much for making this! Just got mine last week and it’s almost 4 feet tall. I am so nervous that I will kill it! I am taking notes!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Haha! I know the feeling. I just got a big beautiful anthurium and I'm afraid to touch it!!

[@AndreaSellsVegas]

Can you please please do a video showing how to prune or pintch the top of the plant to promote bottom growth. It’s my first one and not many videos of showing how it’s done.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Andrea, sadly my diff succumbed to a bacterial infection during the winter. Both of them were right next to each other and both died off at the same time. Literally, all the leaves died at once, so by the time I realized what was going on, it was too late to save the plant.

[@AndreaSellsVegas]

@@FreeRangeDiva oh no! I’m so sorry to hear that. Well if you happen to get another one please do that video for the extremely beginners of plants lol!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@AndreaSellsVegas I will. And if you do try pruning, make sure to wear gloves. The sap can be irritating :-)

[@april_eacape77]

Thank you! Good information

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome, I'm glad it was helpful!

[@wendyleon6387]

Great video!! Thank you .

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You are welcome Wendy! I'm glad it was helpful :-)

[@Tierrittaa]

Best video of this plant thank u

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You are welcome! I'm glad the info was helpful :-)

[@sarahhhwt2161]

I bought a dieffenbachia today and I'm worrying about it with my dogs and cats as I wasn't aware they are toxic to them. Assuming the barking dog is yours, is it alright in your home? Also, I love your personality and vibe, it's really calming and you seem like a lovely person x

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Thank you for those kind words! The dog is my neighbor's. Although I don't have any pets right now, none of the three dogs I've had in the past have ever been interested in eating a plant, outside or indoors. You know your animal's personalities, but to be safe, you can put it out of reach. I think the greater danger is if you have young children who would be more likely to put something in their mouths. The effect of chewing is unpleasant and irritating, according to the ASPCA, but not fatal. HTH, xo Cheryl

[@sarahhhwt2161]

@@FreeRangeDiva Thank you, it's the first plant I've ever bought other than a succulent and I'm just in love with it, I can't stop staring at it. Your comment has really put me at ease as everything I've found has been really dramatic. Thank you for responding to me x

[@sarahhhwt2161]

@@FreeRangeDiva also, I'm sorry, I just realised you mentioned it was your neighbour's dog x

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@sarahhhwt2161 That's wonderful! I'm sure it will bring you much joy :-)

[@lomelid]

I keep my plant in water. I had problems with it dying or not doing so well. Now that it lives in water, it’s doing better. The leaves stay a light green and lots of baby growth near the roots. I would like to give it food. I tried the crystal miracle grow and that turned both the plant and water green with lots of algae. Any ideas?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Have you heard of Super Thrive? I haven't tried it, but I believe it adds nutrients to plants in water. Good luck!

[@davidcarr4770]

My plant is four feet tall. The new leaves at the top are coming in brown and crusty. The rest of the plant is fine. Any ideas? Thank you.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

It's so difficult to pinpoint one reason for brown new growth. It could be anything from overwatering, nutrient imbalance or the most concerning, a bacterial disease. Somethiing similar took out an anthurium despite my efforts to treat it. Isolate the plant to be on the safe side and take care of any potential watering, temperature, or pest issues and remove the dead leaves. Then, just watch it. Fingers crossed!

[@laurapearson3370]

I'm always afraid of over watering all my houseplants, but I will give my dumb cane more

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Me too, but it's good to water it before it completely dries out.😉

[@sandycorbeil8693]

Hi my leaves are turning brown on on side of each leaf and papery thin. Not sure what is wrong. I have cut 3 leaves off already. Can you please advise

[@FreeRangeDiva]

When I have a leaf problem and I've checked the watering and for pests, I'll take a leaf to my local nursery and ask someone there if they have any ideas or recommendations. You might try that.

[@aishaalobaidi4484]

You’re so amazing , I really interested while I’m watching this video My plant I bought it before 1 month it’s small and healthy, but now some paper turn into yellow I’m watering it once a week and it’s in my living room so the temperature around (22-26C) and it’s get good sunlight from the window What shall i do , i don’t want to lose it 🙂

[@FreeRangeDiva]

The leaves could yellow if you water too much or too little. Check the soil - if it's still moist half way down, don't water it - wait until it feels dry. This plant doesn't need direct sun - medium to bright light is fine. Also, place it on a pebble tray to keep humidity up and mist occasionally. Finally, it could just be losing a few leaves because they are older or the season is changing, and that's normal. Good luck!

[@joannehunt489]

Help! My diffenbachia is about 6 ft tall and recently its leaves have been yellowing and its stem appears to be rotting in the middle. I water it once a week but feel that it was too close to a heating vent. I was just about to propagate it and cut it in half. Any suggestions 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💕

[@FreeRangeDiva]

If you can save it by propagating it that's the best advice I have. It sounds like your plant has something systemic going on that's killing it. I cut the rootball of a pothos in half saving only the half that had one healthy stem. It reinvorated the plant. That was 5 years ago and it's big and beautiful today and has given me several healthy plants from propagations. Good luck.

[@joannehunt489]

Thank you so much, I will definitely try that!

[@misstymiss2249]

I just brought and repotted my dumb cane and watered it because dirt was dry after reporting, but this morning shes was leaking water droplets from the leaves did i do something wrong?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

No that's called transpiration and it's perfectly normal. It happens because water travels from the roots to the underside of the leaves, then the water evaporates :-)

[@sapphireblossom1982]

Although that is completely normal, i think that if *most* of the leaves are "sweating", the plant is telling me that its getting a bit too much water.

[@marcielira]

How far in do you put the moisture meter?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Almost all the way down to the bottom. And I put it in a couple of different spots because the soil can hold moisture unevenly.

[@triciamatina2554]

Please help! I’ve had my plant for many years. The mother plant had large beautiful leaves. Over the years I’ve made cuttings of the plant and now the leaves are growing much smaller. I don’t know if the lighting in the room is the main reason or if it’s been cut so many times that the plant leaves are changing. Has this happened to anyone else?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Hello. Usually smaller leaves are an indication of low light. I'm assuming you've checked for pests but you may want to take a close look at the root system to make sure they are healthy and that there isn't an infestation of something. If not, the plant may just need more light or fertilizer. HTH and keep me posted.

[@mporganicgardening5236]

Good tips

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mporganicgardening5236]

Yes dear .stay in touch.i m new in garden family

[@FreeRangeDiva]

@@mporganicgardening5236 Have fun with your new plants!!

[@rubenmagana5958]

Does the dieffenbachia plant need the drainage hole, or can it do fine without one?

[@FreeRangeDiva]

I only use pots w/ drainage holes.

[@pamelaleitman9200]

What do you put on it if it has fugus. A yellow circle in middle of one leaf.

[@FreeRangeDiva]

I have a bottle of a fungicide that I got from the garden center called Bonide Copper Fungicide. You can also get it online. In the meantime, make sure to cut that leaf off before it spreads to the other leaves. That should stop it, and make sure the plant is getting good air flow so the leaves don't stay wet too long. Misting can cause fungus to grow when there isn't enough air flow around the plant.

[@rebecca1420]

I think I have fusariam stem rot... I'm guna try and fix her tonight

[@FreeRangeDiva]

Oh good luck!

[@nadiatariq5213]

Hii I have dieffenbachia it's leaves have holes what I will do plz give me some suggestions

[@FreeRangeDiva]

It could be anything from a fungus or bacterial infection to pests. The best thing to do is cut off a leaf and take it to your garden center or nursery so they can tell you what it is and how to treat it. In the meantime, use a gentle cleaner like castile soap and water to clean the leaves. HTH

[@MichelleFelt]

Thank you!

[@FreeRangeDiva]

You're welcome!! :-)