Jade tree pruning

1. Pruning method

1. Shortening: During the dormant period of Jade Plant, proper pruning is required. Some of the longer branches should be shortened, leaving only about 10-25cm of branches.

2. Diseased branches: Diseased branches should be pruned immediately. This is a very important step. Otherwise, other branches and leaves will be infected. If diseased branches are found during the cultivation period, they must be cut off immediately regardless of the stage.

3. Thinning: During maintenance, the nutrients may be unevenly supplied, so the branches and leaves will grow denser. For this kind of denseness, thinning should be done well. The purpose is to make the plant grow more evenly and more beautiful.

4. Chaotic branches: In order to increase its ornamental value, the branches and leaves that affect the aesthetics need to be cut off, especially those branches and leaves that are crossed and growing in a disorderly manner. This should be done according to the specific situation.

2. Precautions

After pruning, the wound must be kept dry and not exposed to water, and the maintenance environment must be well ventilated to facilitate the recovery of the plant's incision. If the pruned branches are very strong and you are reluctant to throw them away, you can use them for cuttings.