How to prune dieffenbachia 'camille'

Spring, or any time for dead-leaf removal. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruners to cut yellowed leaves off at the base of the petiole. For legginess, cut the main cane back to 6 inches above soil level; new shoots emerge from the remaining stem within a few weeks.

As needed for dead leaves; rejuvenation cut every 2–4 years if leggy. Dieffenbachia 'Camille' rarely needs formal pruning. Remove yellowing lower leaves as they appear to keep the plant tidy. If the cane becomes leggy and bare at the base, cut it back to 6 inches in spring to encourage fresh basal shoots. Wear gloves — all parts are toxic and the sap irritates skin.

Use clean, sharp scissors or pruners to cut yellowed leaves off at the base of the petiole. For legginess, cut the main cane back to 6 inches above soil level; new shoots emerge from the remaining stem within a few weeks.