Should I rotate my jade plant?

If you see your plant reaching for the light (become leggy), by leaning to one side or growing longer stems, your Jade plant isn't getting enough sunlight. If it's already in the brightest spot in your house, a simple solution is to rotate your plant by 90 degrees every week.

Do jade plants like to be crowded?

Jade plants like to be crowded and rarely need to be potted up into larger containers; however it is recommended that you replace the soil every three years.

Do jade plants like shallow or deep pots?

How to Plant Jade Plants. Choose a wide and sturdy pot with a moderate depth, as jade plants have a tendency to grow top-heavy and fall over. Use a soil that will drain thoroughly, as excessive moisture may promote fungal diseases like root rot.

Where should jade plants not be placed?

Pick a good, sunny place to keep your jade plant, like a south-facing window. They need at least four hours of bright sunlight. They also prefer dry, arid environments, so avoid keeping it in the bathroom or kitchen where humidity is higher.

How do I make my jade plant happy?

Jade needs lots of light—at least 4 hours per day in a south-facing or west-facing window. Keep soil moist but not wet during the growing season (spring and summer) and let the soil dry out during the dormant season (fall and winter). Don't splash the leaves when you water.

How To Prune And Straighten A Jade Plant (Crassula ovata)

How long does a jade plant live?

Even though they grow slowly—roughly two inches a year—jade plants can reach up to six feet in height and three feet in width. Native to South Africa and Mozambique, jade plants are easy to grow indoors and can live for 100 years when cared for consistently.

Where is the best place to put a jade plant in your house?

By the same logic, you should place jade plants as close to the entrance of your home as possible. Additionally, the southeast is the best direction to keep this plant. However, make sure that you keep it in the southeast corner of your living room; this plant is not beneficial when kept in the bedroom or bathroom.

How often should you water a jade plant?

How to Water Jade Plants. Jade plants are succulents (they hold water in their leaves), so they don't do well when sitting in constantly moist soil, so let the top 1 to 2 inches of soil dry out between waterings. Indoors, this will probably mean watering once every 2 to 3 weeks—but be sure to check regularly!

When should I repot my jade plant?

Repot Jade Plants Every 2-3 Years

Ideally, repot it every 2-3 years to assist jade plant new growth, especially if the soil is no longer fertile enough to facilitate future development. However, you can move older crassula ovata a bit later, around once every four years.

Why do jade plants flop over?

The most common reasons for a jade plant falling over are overwatering or underwatering, having a type of soil that doesn't drain well, and overfertilizing it. Your jade plant could also be falling over because of temperature extremes or improper amounts of sunlight, or by simply being top-heavy.

What does a jade plant look like when it needs water?

Drooping Leaves That Are Falling Off

Along the same lines as wrinkled leaves, if the leaves are drooping or falling off, that's a pretty sure sign your jade plant is underwatered. This is generally a more severe sign than wrinkled leaves and if you see this, you'll want to water your jade plant as soon as possible!

What does an Underwatered jade plant look like?

Jade plants can thrive even without much water. On the other hand, an underwatered jade plant may cause some jade plants to drop leaves or get leaf spots. Too little water may lead to the plant's roots drying out. Keep in mind that the roots will get water and nutrients from the soil.

Can I use regular potting soil for jade plant?

Like most succulent plants, jade plants prefer a loose, rocky soil that is well-draining. Adequate drainage is vital, as too much moisture can cause wet feet and rot out your entire plant. Avoid using traditional all-purpose potting soils when planting jade.

How do I make my jade plant trunk thicker?

Tips for making Jade Plant trunk Thicker

1. Avoid overfeeding, and if you don't live in a frost-free warm climate, stop fertilizing from mid-fall till winter. 2. Be sure to wipe down the shears with rubbing alcohol, as pruning with dirty tools can expose the plant to infection.

How old does a jade plant have to be to flower?

For a jade plant to flower, it needs to be at least 3-4 years old, so if your plant is still pretty tiny, you'll want to wait a few years before expecting to see tiny flowers.

How do you force a jade plant to bloom?

Getting a jade plant to bloom requires mimicking its native growing conditions. Lack of water, cool nights, and bright days encourage the plant to form buds and finally flowers. It's a bit of a trick, but you can fool your plant into producing pretty little starry white to pink flowers in spring.

Do jade plants need pots with holes?

Jade plant care is easy once you know a few basics. Because they're succulents, they can tolerate a little neglect, which makes them great for beginning gardeners. To grow them as houseplants, start by choosing a container with drainage holes. If your container doesn't have any, make a few in the bottom.

How big can a jade plant get?

Jade plants can grow to up to five feet tall, so they may become top heavy with time. You may need to transfer the plant from its original pot to one that can better accommodate its growth. It is best to repot jade plants during the warm season.

What does jade plant symbolize?

The jade plant is often associated with good luck. That's why it is also known as the 'fortune plant', 'lucky plant' or 'money tree'. It is known to bring good energy as well as attract wealth as well.

Do jade plants take full sun?

Jade plant tolerates a wide range of growing conditions. But for the best-looking plant possible, make sure it gets full sun to encourage a dense display of thick, succulent leaves.

Can I spray water on my jade plant?

Instead of fully watering your jade plant during colder weather, mist your plant with a spray bottle. During the summertime when fully watering the plant, make sure the jade is placed in a drainage pot, so that excess water can escape and the roots do not drown.

How long can jade plants go without water?

They can go up to 1-3 months of no watering. Indoor succulents will have less exposure to the elements outdoors - wind and sunlight outdoors tend to dry out the soil faster than it does indoors. In cooler climates, generally fall and winter, the soil stays moist for longer periods of time.

How do you shape a jade plant?

Pruning jade plants for a more regular growth

For upward growth, trim all side shoots by no more than half. For outward growth, shorten the trunk by one-third. You should prune new branches only at the tips of the shoots. Relief pruning is also necessary when the branches of older trees begin to droop.

Does jade do better outside or inside?

Jade plants can be grown indoors as houseplants, or outside year-round in warmer regions. Houseplants benefit from being moved outdoors in summer, responding to the additional sunlight and warmer weather with increased vigor, growth, and color.

Is it rare for a jade plant to flower?

It is rare to see flowers on jade plant. These are small, star-shaped and can bloom white or delicate pink. In its home country of South Africa, the money plant blooms when it is winter, namely from June to August.