How to Grow and Care for Jade Plants 

Jade Plant Care

Regardless of whether you are growing your jade plant indoors or outdoors, upkeep is typically not difficult. Unfortunately, the plants are vulnerable to a number of illnesses and excessive dampness.

Light

Jade plants require lots of sunlight. However, because it can scorch the foliage, especially of young plants, they should be shielded from direct sunlight. On the other hand, a lack of light can result in weak, lanky growth that makes the plant fall over.

Soil

Your best chance when selecting a potting mix for your jade plant is a blend made specifically for succulents. The soil's pH level should ideally range from neutral to slightly acidic, and it ought to drain well to avoid moisture buildup that could promote fungus growth.

Water

Water jade plants frequently in the spring and summer so that their soil is moist but not soggy. Throughout the winter, irrigation should only be done once a month. Also, if you water the plant from below by allowing it to stand in a saucer of water

Temperature and Humidity

Jade plants prefer inside temperatures of 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit on average. Jade plants can tolerate a lower temperature, dropping to 55 degrees Fahrenheit, at nighttime and in the winter.

Fertilizer

During the growing season, many individuals underfeed their succulent plants. Feed your jade plant monthly with a light liquid solution or at the start of the season with a controlled-release fertiliser for best results.

Propagating

The jade plant is well renowned for being simple to reproduce. It is simple to grow new plants from a single leaf or clipping taken from a mother plant, which gives you the chance to quickly and significantly expand your collection.

Potting and Repotting

For average-sized jade plants, a 4-inch or 6-inch pot with drain pipe usually suffices. Use a clay vessel without a glaze if at all possible so that extra moisture can escape through the walls.

Pests & Diseases

Mealybugs, the most prevalent insect, can create white spots on plants, particularly where the leaves link to the stems. Because jade plants are extremely sensitive to oils and pesticides