Dumb Cane

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Beautiful, bold foliage plant; attractive displayed alone or in groupings. As plants grow, the lower leaves drop, revealing an interesting trunklike stalk. Keep out of the reach of small children and pets, as the sap is irritating to the mouth.

Companion Plants

Common Boxwood

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Common Boxwood

Handsome evergreen shrub is very tolerant of pruning and shaping. Well-suited for topiary, entryways or hedging. Flowers in spring are insignificant but very fragrant. Prune in summer. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and some shade.

Yaupon Holly

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Yaupon Holly

Broadleaf evergreen shrub. Dwarf spreading habit with tiny, lustrous leaves. Self-fruiting form. Red fruit ripens in fall.

Carolina Cherry Laurel

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Carolina Cherry Laurel

Collections

Randy G.'s collection

Marylou N.'s collection

Details

Common name

Dumb Cane

Botanical name

Dieffenbachia hybrid

Zone

USDA 10 - 11

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Bloom time

No Bloom

Light

part sun

Height

3-10' (1-3 m)

Habit

upright

Water

daily

Feed

use all-purpose

Maintenance

apply mulch