How Do You Take Care of a Dumb Cane Plant Indoors?

[iambatman]

I’ve just added a dumb cane plant to my office, but the lower leaves are starting to turn yellow. Is this a sign of low light or overwatering? I’ve read that a dumb cane plant (Dieffenbachia) likes bright, indirect light, but I’m struggling to find the "sweet spot" in my room. Any advice on keeping the variegation sharp and the stalks strong would be great.

 

[Evelyn]

Place Dumb Cane in bright, indirect light. Water when the top soil dries, keep warm temperatures, use well-draining soil, wipe leaves, and fertilize monthly during the growing season for healthy growth.