I don’t know about you, but there are days when I just want a houseplant that makes me feel like I’m the most talented gardener on the planet.
Of course, I love the dramatic look of a fiddle-leaf fig, and I’m blown away by an elegant phalaenopsis orchid, but it can be exhausting trying to keep these more finicky types of flora thriving.
If you’re like me and you enjoy easy-care houseplants, say hello to Dieffenbachia, also known as dumb cane. If orchids are the high-maintenance beauty queens of indoor gardening, dumb cane is the natural beauty standing in the wings, just out of the spotlight.
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While I’m off pampering my orchid and begging my fiddle-leaf fig to tell me why it’s dropping leaves, my dumb cane is off to the side looking fabulous without much input from me.
Showy and elegant, its patterned foliage will add color and dimension to your home. And Dieffenbachia will tolerate neglect, over or underwatering, and just about any level of light. There’s no special pruning or pampering required.
Different species are available in a variety of patterns, as well as sizes that range from under a foot to over six feet tall at maturity.
Whether you want a small plant that can hang out on your desk in your office, or some ample, bushy greenery to fill a dim, empty corner of your living room, dumb cane is an excellent choice.
If I sound too much like a salesperson here, that’s because I want everyone to revel in the bliss of these low-maintenance lovelies.
In this guide, we’ll dive into how to care for dumb cane, but as I’ve mentioned, it really isn’t difficult. Here’s
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