The Dieffenbachia Amy is a great place to start for a new plant parent but can also be a way to add visual interest to a well established plant collection. With regard to care instructions, Dieffenbachias are truly easy going. This laid back plant is also quite lovely with matte leaves featuring creamy white centers with dark green borders.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers medium sunlight. Tolerates low sunlight or artificial lighting. Growth will slow in low light conditions. Bright sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers consistent but moderate watering. Tolerates occasional dryness. Will not tolerate excessive watering.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a soil mixture with moderate drainage speeds and moderate water retentive properties. Include sustainably sourced peat moss for water retention and perlite or pumice as a drainage amendment.