How to grow jade tree

1. Breeding environment

(1) Soil: Generally speaking, it should be loose, well-drained, and rich in nutrients. Specifically, you can use leaf mold (or peat soil), garden soil, coarse sand, and limestone in the ratio of two to two to three to one.

(2) Light: The plant is very light-loving, so it needs sufficient light throughout the year. Especially during the growing and flowering stages. However, when there is too much light in the summer, shade is also required.

(3) Temperature: The overall requirement is warmth, specifically between 20 and 30 degrees. It should not be too high, it will go into hibernation above 38 degrees. It also cannot be too low. It needs to be kept between seven and ten degrees in winter, and the lowest cannot be below five degrees. If the temperature drops below zero, the plants may be frozen to death.

(4) Watering: Water once every two or three days during the growing period. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Control watering during the hot summer, otherwise the leaves will fall. Water should also be controlled in winter to keep the soil in the pot dry.

(5) Top dressing: Top dressing is mainly needed during the growth period, two or three times a month, and a thin cake fertilizer water can be selected.

2. Breeding method

Mainly by cuttings. Select branches that are eight to twelve centimeters in diameter and have good growth potential. Place them in a ventilated place to dry, and then insert them into the sand bed. Ensure that all conditions are suitable and it will take about half a month to take root.

3. Repotting

Usually once every two or three years. Repot in early spring, before the growing season begins.

4. Pest and disease control

It is prone to diseases such as root rot, and can be sprayed with carbendazim powder. The insect pests include mealybugs. The diseased leaves need to be cut off to prevent the spread, and pesticides should be sprayed.