What to do if Dieffenbachia grows slowly

1. Caused by light

Although it prefers warm and sunny places, it cannot be exposed to direct sunlight. When exposed to strong light, its leaves will become dull and its growth will be affected, which will result in it growing too slowly. Therefore, when encountering strong light, be sure to block it in time. However, there must not be insufficient light. The most basic condition for the growth of any plant is light. If there is not enough light, the plant's ability to absorb nutrients will be weakened and its metabolism will be slow, causing its growth to stagnate. At this time, you must give it appropriate sunlight.

2. Caused by soil

During its growth process, soil should also be very important. This is its root, so when choosing soil, you must choose some that meet its growth requirements. If the soil you choose has poor drainage, or is not loose and fertile enough, it will also affect its normal growth. Therefore, we need to find some more fertile and well-drained soil. In addition, when choosing a flower pot, we must also look at its drainage.

3. Caused by fertilizer

From June to October every year, it enters its growing period, which is the period of its most vigorous growth. At this time, it needs a lot of nutrients. If these nutrients are not met, its growth will slow down. Generally, we need to apply fertilizer once every 10 days or so at this time. After entering autumn, we can apply phosphorus fertilizer twice more. This is the only way to meet its growth needs and grow normally.

4. Caused by pests and diseases

During its growth, it is inevitable that it will be attacked by various diseases, which will directly hinder its growth and become slow. Therefore, we must observe our plants in time to see if there are any diseases. If so, we need to use some methods to eliminate them in time so that its growth can be restored.