How to prune the Jade Plant, pruning method diagram

1. Pruning time

It is resistant to pruning and has strong germination ability. There are no strict requirements on the time and method of pruning, and it can be done at any time. However, if you want to prune it heavily, it is recommended to do it in spring when the temperature is more suitable, the wound can heal faster, and the damage to it can be reduced.

2. Observe the morphology

Each Jade Plant has a different shape, so you should observe it before pruning to see which specific shape is suitable. If it is newly bought and has been maintained to its proper shape, just light pruning will be enough. If it is very messy, you can trim it according to your favorite style.

3. Common shapes

Common shapes of Jade Plants include triangle, semicircle, etc. It can be trimmed into common shapes or designed individually. However, when trimming, the sizes should be staggered and the thickness should be combined, so that the overall shape will be more beautiful.

4. Pruning method

When pruning, cut off the dry, wilted or disease-infected branches and leaves first to avoid further infection. Then cut off crossing branches, inward-growing branches, clustered branches, and parallel branches. Finally, cut short the branches that are too long, and it is best not to move the thick branches. The entire shape should be trimmed along the main branches and thick branches. The trimmed shape can be whatever you want as long as it satisfies your own ideas.