How to grow Jade Plant in winter?

Jade plant is a plant with unique ornamental value. It is shade-tolerant and cold-resistant, has strong resistance to high temperature and dry hot wind climate, and is often grown as a potted plant . In winter, the Jade Plant must be well cared for and managed. So how to care for the Jade Plant in winter? Let’s take a look with the editor below.

1. Pot soil

If the Jade Plant has not been repotted for a long time or the soil is severely compacted, you can consider repotting it in winter. Choose sandy soil with good drainage and air permeability, or nutrient soil made from a mixture of leaf mold, peat and river sand for planting. Be careful when repotting to avoid damaging the roots, and water appropriately after repotting to promote the growth of new roots.

2. Temperature

Jade Plant is not cold-resistant and the temperature should be kept above 10℃ in winter. The optimal growth temperature is 15-25℃. If there is heating in the room, you can place it on the balcony, but don't place it near the window at night to avoid being affected by cold wind.

3. Lighting

Jade plant likes an environment with sufficient light. In winter, it should be placed in a well-lit place, such as a south-facing or east-facing windowsill, to ensure that it can receive at least 4 hours of direct light every day. If there is insufficient light indoors, consider using artificial light to supplement it.

4. Watering

In winter, the water requirement of Jade Plant decreases, and generally it only needs to be watered once every 1-2 months. Keep the soil dry and moist to avoid waterlogging. When watering, try to pour slowly along the edge of the pot to avoid direct contact with the roots and prevent root rot.

5. Watering

In winter, Jade Plant requires less water and prefers slightly drier soil. Therefore, when watering, it is necessary to control the frequency and amount, and follow the principle of "watering when dry and watering when wet". That is, observe the surface of the soil in the pot, wait until the soil is dry before watering, and make sure to water thoroughly. Avoid keeping the soil moist or waterlogged, as this can easily lead to root rot.

6. Fertilization

In winter, the growth rate of Jade Plant is slower and its demand for nutrients is reduced accordingly. Therefore, caution is needed when applying fertilizer. If the indoor temperature is high and the Jade Plant is growing well, you can apply some thin organic fertilizer or compound fertilizer in an appropriate amount, but the frequency should not be too high, generally once every 20 days or so is sufficient. It is not recommended to apply fertilizer in low temperature environments to avoid increasing the burden on the plants.

7. Pruning

Winter is a good time to prune Jade Plants. You can prune off diseased, messy and overly long branches to keep the plant neat and beautiful. At the same time, pruning can promote the sprouting of new branches and the growth of side branches, making the plant more lush.

The above is an introduction to how to grow Jade Plant in winter. The sunlight is weak in winter, so the Jade Plant should be placed in a place with sufficient light, such as a windowsill, while avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun and direct strong sunlight at noon.