If you want to grow your jade tree in the ground, you’ll need to plant it in fairly mineral, well-drained soil, and if possible on a slope so that water doesn’t stagnate. It is advisable to plant it under a tree to protect it from the cold and rain in winter. If you’re growing a jade tree in a pot, make sure it’s made of clay and contains a mixture of potting soil and draining materials. For optimum growth, place a layer of clay balls in the bottom of the pot to ensure that the substrate drains well.
Water and fertilize your jade tree:
During the growing season, you should water the plant at least once a week. You can also add some fertilizer once a month in summer. With the arrival of autumn, it is advisable to gradually stop all forms of watering and resume only in mid-April. Overwatering could be fatal to the plant; its branches may become soft and blackish. In this case, do not hesitate to remove the damaged parts and cut the stems that are still viable. The jade tree also thrives on light, so it is important to expose it to sunlight from May to September. In fact, it is a small shrub that appreciates strong light. Finally, you can consider repotting your plant when it starts to get cramped. It is best to do this, using potting soil and sand.
If the maintenance of the jade tree seems easy enough, it is still necessary to pay attention to it at all times.
Now you know that it takes patience for your jade tree to bloom properly. Do not hesitate to maintain it well so that it can eventually embalm your home with its sweet fragrance.
