Dieffenbachia Losing Lower Leaves: Normal Aging & Rejuvenation Pruning

Why Your Dieffenbachia Sheds Bottom Leaves—and What to Do

Selma's dieffenbachia slowly loses bottom leaves as new ones grow at the top. Is this normal?

Yes, completely normal. Over time, the plant becomes leggy. Rejuvenate by:

Old base will grow a new top → bushier plant. Or pot separately for two plants. Only do this April 1–July 1 for best success.

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