Jade Plant Pruning | To Encourage Branching

[@fastronaut909]

Grew mine from a cutting in my dorm room window. I thought it had died, so I threw it in the trash. I few days later, I saw roots sticking up and I pulled the cutting out, planted it, and 3 years later it's huge and in desperate need of pruning! Thanks for the vid.

[@EverythingPlants]

That is so awesome! What a great story....thanks so much for sharing. I wish youtube would allow pictures because I would love to see this Jade.

[@kgtateddy]

I went about 6 months without watering it during quarantine and it looked just the same when i came back. Very resilient.

[@lynnec222]

I pruned my jade three weeks ago after watching this video. You gave me the courage to really go to town on it. Every prune is now sprouting 2-3 little branches. So excited to see the new shape. And all my friends are getting their own Jade plants from the cuttings...everybody wins!

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks so much for sharing this....I love hearing about others success after watching one of my videos. I was extremely scared to prune mine for the first time, but I am glad I did as you learn so much about how the plant grows. Take care.

[@elizabethshammash]

THhis was so helpful- thank you! I have 3 jades and I have been too scared to prune them because I really didn't know what to do. This helped me to feel a little more confident to give it a try!

[@EverythingPlants]

You can do it! I was terrified my first prune but it was so rewarding when you see the new growth. Good luck and keep me posted.

[@fredataylor8936]

Me too.. I had no idea I could prune mine.. im going to make new jades!!

[@aliciaannisa8849]

Dang you jade plants look boom 😍😲

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks! They are my favorites.

[@mayarada2059]

Yeah love watching the way you prune your Jade plants and perhaps I will do the same thing of my own Jade , great video and thank you .

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks Maya!!!

[@bobbiechinn9578]

I'm about to prune mine so I found this just in time 😀 thanks!

[@EverythingPlants]

Good luck! Let me know how it goes for you.

[@susanlat4073]

Hi there. Mabuhay from the Phjilippines! My name is Susan and a new subscriber from Malvar, Province of Batangas. I have a jade plant which I bought last September. Being new to succulents (just retired from Government Service Y2020) I am so thankful I came across your channel. Very helpful tips for a beginner like me. Thank you very much sir and watching more of your videos in the future. Stay safe.

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello Susan and thank you for joining the channel....and hello from Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada 🇨🇦! Congratulations on your recent retirement. You must have plenty of time for plants now! I will be making some more Jade videos soon as my largest one needs another spring pruning. Here is one of my more recent Jade videos. Again, thanks for subscribing as I appreciate all the support. Take care. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZvMi6RsZ6x8aJY

[@Jean-ni6of]

Your plants look very healthy and are beautiful. I have two that look very sorry, but I will hold off till the spring to try to resurrect them. If they hold on that long.

[@EverythingPlants]

What is wrong with you Jades?

[@bubblecrepenav1993]

Jade plants look like palm trees made in Gumby style clay art. I love them so much ❤❤❤

[@EverythingPlants]

That is awesome!

[@jayf2487]

Can you cut at the brown part on the stem. My jade is huge and hasn’t been trimmed in years. Has way to much weight and the branches are falling over

[@EverythingPlants]

You can, but I would avoid cutting the main trunk or stem. I usually start pruning portions of drooping branches. You be surprised at how even taking a hand full of leaves off a stem will help with weight reduction. I cut the main stem once and although it did get new growth, it has been growing at a snails pace and looks ridiculous. Do your best with pruning.

[@wilmamenon9841]

Beautiful..I will prune my jade plant's tomorrow..

[@EverythingPlants]

Good luck! Hope the cuttings are all successful.

[@meghanalexander6037]

Did you post an update showings how these cuttings grew out? I’d love to see! Just hard pruned my largest (but still smaller than yours) jade and seeing all the new tiny leaves coming in and imagining it’s future shape is so exciting. Definitely a trust the process thing - kinda reminds me of how paintings always go thru the “ugly stage” before they really start to look good

[@EverythingPlants]

Here is the latest video I made of my jade plants. I hope this helps you out too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2W0g5yCmNqSsK8

[@fineprintforlife8853]

Very helpful. Thank you! I have three I need to prune...now I know how to do it

[@EverythingPlants]

Awesome and good luck!

[@cristinalucianelli1730]

Very helpful video! My jade plant is five years old and has got long branches that are pulling down. I've just changed the soil this spring and now it's time to prune. It needs to be shaped. Thank you 😊

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello and I'm so glad you found this video useful. I was pretty scared to prune mine for the first time....thought I would kill the thing, but it eventually starting new growth. Good luck with your project!

[@JacobBumgarner]

Any advice in changing the soil? I’m scared to change mine..

[@cristinalucianelli1730]

@@JacobBumgarner I used a cactus and succulents soil mix but I have to say that I grow my jade plant outdoor, with sun and air circulation.

[@nefariouscaribou]

Hello - my jade plant is over 13 years old and is large. Over the past few years, it has multiple large branches growing sideways or even drooping. But these branches are healthy and full of leaves. Your video has encouraged to start pruning the ones that are growing sideways/drooping and try re-planting them. But I plan to prune no more than 1-2 branches every few weeks (to avoid shocking the plant). Thanks a lot for sharing this video.

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks for sharing and good luck!

[@LesHoa-DuMal]

Thank you for such an easy to follow video tutorial. My mother jade plant is huge and I want to try experimenting with shapes and structures. Bless you.

[@EverythingPlants]

That is awesome! Good luck and hope it all works well for you!

[@ryanburbridge]

Very cool have a few 20 plus year old jades. Never did much for or with them. Been growing more from the parts that break off. Going to give each kid there own to keep track of. I’ll be starting to take care of them now

[@EverythingPlants]

How large are these 20 year old Jades?!?!

[@ryanburbridge]

Everything Plants I’ll post a quick video.

[@ryanburbridge]

Everything Plants here they are kzbin.info/www/bejne/l57LmGWqZrmYgZY

[@EverythingPlants]

@@ryanburbridge Those are massive! I wish we had the climate that would allow us to plant them in the ground. Thanks for sharing.

[@melbendigo]

So helpful! I'm off to get out my bonsai clippers! Thanks!

[@EverythingPlants]

I have many more recent Jade pruning video you should check out....if you are interested. They are under the succulent Playlist on my channel

[@fsaforosaforo6338]

Excellent video...just what I was looking for. Thanks for sharing.

[@EverythingPlants]

You are welcome.

[@ningningprecious943]

Please give your update of your pruned jade Thank you for sharing!

[@EverythingPlants]

I have a new plant tour video where you can see the latest video of my Jade plants.

[@bearded-cat]

The first jade plant will grow out nicely. Good pruning

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks!

[@evensteve284]

I really like the cutting tool you were using. Who makes it? Also, I learned a lot watching this video. THANKS! I wish I knew this about 4 months ago. It’s now September, so I think I’ll have to wait until late March to prune.

[@KrazoanSpectre]

Thanks mate, I'll be doing this with my variegated jade for spring.

[@EverythingPlants]

Glad I could help!

[@veaperl8795]

Me too!! Just got a varigated and I'm excited to see if I can get it to tree mode.

[@denisedickus164]

I just learned so much from you. Thank you.

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks Denise!!!

[@crystalrenee420]

My jade is really small nothing to prune just yet but this was great to know thanks for sharing. 🌿

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks again for watching!

[@MiscellaneousMichelle]

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[@LiveandletGo1234]

Hello, I'm getting lots of benefits watching your video, thank you so much , still adraid if pruning my jade.... Anyway, it got my attention on the right side of this video , gollum jade plant... will you please make videos about this plant also.. Thanks again

[@EverythingPlants]

This is a fairly old video now.... If you check out my channel, I do have one specific to the Gollum jade

[@JaiSequoia]

Great video thank you! I trimmed my lopsided jade last year and loved the results! It’s really had a growth spurt recently and was thinking of another round. This give me confidence to do more. Can you share a link to the follow up video from this one? I’d love to see how they’ve filled out over time

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello! I have many more jade videos since this one, but here is the latest.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYTYfHacoJiFbsk

[@antzieisme]

Great video! Can you make an update of how they grew back, please?

[@EverythingPlants]

Here is the latest that I could find of my jades. Thanks for watching kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4itoneEpZKpbsU

[@judylee3589]

Wow, that's awesome. My jade plant is taking over my yard and I'm not sure what to do with it.

[@EverythingPlants]

That is awesome. I wish I was in a climate zone which allowed me to have them in my yard.

[@katiepetkewich]

This was really helpful! I'm excited to start pruning my jades! Might just start with one in case I mess up 😅

[@EverythingPlants]

You won't mess up. They are very forgiv9ng plants and respond well to pruning! Good luck and have fun!

[@joegarland4885]

Katie Petkewich glad to help they are very easy to keep just follow the advice also don’t let them get the branches too long just pinch the top out, you can wire the tree to get the shape you want. Pinching out helps the tree to produce more leaves basically for every one cut you will get two new leaves it is called ramification. Good luck and don’t worry they are difficult to kill. Joe

[@ΓεώργιοςΧονδρουδάκης]

Hi from Greece!I like and have jade plants.All the months of the year everything is good except July and August.They always die.Its very hot those 2 months and they are out in the garden but not under straight sun.They are in pots.Also its hot inside.And its dificult to have them in cooler place all time.The temperature is 35-41 degrees celcious.What can i do? Thanks, George

[@connieanderson9702]

Had my jada for a couple years and it’s still small can u please tell me how to get it grow and the truck to get thick. Thanks

[@EverythingPlants]

The #1 thing that will help this plant is sun and heat. One of my jades exploded with growth after leaving it out for the summer. Here is a video on the process of taking it outside kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmmxi5SwpZanqrM If you keep it only indoors, place it in your brightest window in the house. Mine are all in a south facing window. Pruning a jade once it starts to grow can also encourage a thicker trunk. Hope this helps

[@debkousik8943]

@@EverythingPlants ♥️

[@daver9643]

Some people say direct sunlight is no good but I think direct sunlight is what will turn the leaves reddish on the edges and the leaf itself unless that could only happen with certain varieties? I have a dark green and hopefully it’s not going to turn red I have others that have read edges. BTW how much water do you give your plants and how often?

[@EverythingPlants]

As long as it is acclimated to full sun then you shouldn't have a problem. My plants are in a south window and remain green. I will water them about once every 2 weeks in the summer and about once a month in the winter. I always evaluate the soil and leaves before watering any plant.

[@wendyflint8063]

My jade plant is 30 yrs old and I’ve never pruned it !!! After watching your video I’m goi gong to prune it right back !! Is there anyway I can send you a picture of it before I start !!thankyou

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes you can send it to my Instagram account and I'll have a peek lol

[@nitinwadekar2377]

Thank you for this wonderful video, it was really informative..!

[@EverythingPlants]

Hey Nitin. Thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@milletteregacho7158]

My jade is now over 4 years and has several branches with healthy leaves How to I start pruning if has multiple branches? I never done pruning before

[@EverythingPlants]

Feel free to send a picture of the plant to my Instagram account everything_plants_ca and I can take a look and help you out

[@milletteregacho7158]

Everything Plants Thanks in advance for your help. I appreciate your prompt reply and willingness to help me out. I will send a pic.😊

[@christinahand973]

Will the the new branches form in the direction of the leaves below or between them?

[@JnTmarie]

What do you do with the cuttings? I can’t bear throwing hem away 💗

[@EverythingPlants]

Stick them in soil to make new plants! Let the end harden over a couple days then literally stick it back into soil to root.

[@katherlinetwilley3205]

How often do you water the Jade plants, and when do you transplant your Jade.

[@EverythingPlants]

I always check the leaves before watering

[@HMoksor]

Hello! Loving your videos :) if I need to both repot and prune a jade can I do both at the same time? Or wait? Would I repot and then prune? What do you recommend? Thanks!

[@karissagoudie8249]

Is there a way to prune so the stalk thickens without the Jade plant branching out into two new stalks?

[@EverythingPlants]

You will always promote new growth when you prune because it stops a hormone then redirects it to produce growth elsewhere. Just keep pruning it back to the size you want I guess. This is about the extent of my knowledge on this hahaha

[@jennifersauer3257]

So the new growth will send shoots(leaves) perpendicular to the direction of those at the leaf scar?

[@EverythingPlants]

Here is an update to a previous pruning that I did. The new stems will grow from the same direction as the leaves from that node. Thanks for watching Jennifer! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKq6YZRjg714epI

[@jennifersauer3257]

@@EverythingPlants got it! My plant is SO leggy and misshapen that I really don’t know how to address it. Thinking I’ll take my chances and trim back the worst of it despite the season. I suppose I can work on propagating new plants from my trimmings! 😀

[@EverythingPlants]

@@jennifersauer3257 Leggy plants happen because they aren't getting enough light. If you slowly place it into higher light that should correct the issue....unless it is long and leggy due to needing a very bad pruning hahaha

[@jennifersauer3257]

@@EverythingPlants uh yeah. Guilty as charged. 🤣

[@blackriflex39]

how old did you say the first was? holy cow i rooted a cutting from my moms two years ago and its half that size... it was her moms , when rooting a cutting does the plant start its life cycle over or still think its the same age as the mother plant? reason i ask is hers will bloom every so often and put out flowers ive read that only old mature plants bloom...

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello and I'm so sorry for the late reply. This video is from about two years ago and the plant would have been about 3 years old (since taking the cutting) I think because it has to establish new roots and growth the plant restarts. I have a 15 year old Jade that has never flowered because it needs certain conditions along with a more mature plant. Mine are in a constant climate, but plants in general flower when the are stressed. Check out my other more recent videos on jades if you are interested

[@tkdematteo]

At what point do I start clipping my jade from a cutting? It’s just a single shoot right now, about 5” high. Obviously it’ll serve as the main trunk, so I don’t want to prune too soon, but know nothing about jade so I don’t know when to start pruning to encourage branching.

[@stephenwalters6899]

Should i leave the new shoots growing from the lower trunk as the trunk is quite long

[@EverythingPlants]

Its entirely up to you. If you don't like it then chop it off lol

[@MissyBlongs2God]

Good video, simple to understand and straightforward. Beautiful Jade plants, by the way! Thanks for taking the time to share your tips and advice. P.S. Could you tell me how to get the stems of my Jade to grow thicker like a Bonsai tree? God bless you!!😇

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello Melissa. I'm so glad you enjoyed this video and I hope to see you back for more. Jade stems thicken with age and by pruning. Cut back longer stems and taking the plant outdoors in the summer are what jades love.

[@MissyBlongs2God]

@@EverythingPlants OK, will do. Thank you!

[@eishbram5419]

Hi, I have a Jade plant it is just a long stem about 7 inches with leaves can I prune it back low? Also do they do good outside? Thank you

[@EverythingPlants]

I usually let mine grow out for a couple years then start to cut it back. You can definitely prune now, but you may get faster growth in the spring time.

[@morenacampanero8785]

Very nice thanks for sharing

[@EverythingPlants]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching and stick around for more houseplant videos.

[@kartikasari8351]

Hi! Thank you for sharing this video. I want to know when we can start to pruning jade plant? And the gollum as well?😁 I got distracted by that gollum

[@EverythingPlants]

I already pruned mine as it is spring time here in Canada. Here is that video and if you look at some of my more recent videos there is an update to this one as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6bGh4pvmrqBq7s

[@kartikasari8351]

@@EverythingPlants thank you so much

[@dinosaur2025]

Is it possible to get new growth/ a new branch from the trunk of a jade plant?

[@EverythingPlants]

I can't say that I've ever noticed a new branch from the trunk, but of course it is possible.

[@imeldaobrien1336]

I don't know if your pots in this video have airholes at the bottom. Just wondering do the pots you plant your jade plants in have to have airholes

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello Imelda. Sorry for the late response. Yes, all my jade plant pots have drain holes with the exception of one. It is a small decorative pot and I have to be extremely care to not overwater. I would only ever recommend putting them in a pot with a drain hole and even better....a terracotta pot with a drain hole!

[@imeldaobrien1336]

@@EverythingPlants Thank you for your reply really appreciate it 💖

[@EverythingPlants]

@@imeldaobrien1336 I appreciate the channel support as well!!

[@howardreese6267]

Have a large jade plant bare on one side didn't rotate it how do i graft branches on bare trunk ?

[@EverythingPlants]

I would try rotating it.....I have never grafted branches before

[@lianagarvett8712]

I put two Jade’s in one pot, do you think that will end up looking overcrowded? I was trying to get more of a bushy tree look.

[@EverythingPlants]

I think it would look great! Here is my large jade plant that has multiple cuttings in it. I hope you enjoy it! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZvMi6RsZ6x8aJY

[@lynetteduplessis2648]

Hi there. Is there maybe an update on the jade plants that you cut?

[@EverythingPlants]

I sure will...at some point. LOL

[@HeatherSmith-i4p]

Help! What do I do with a jade cutting that's growing! How do I make it branch!? I can send a pic!

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello and yes.....send a picture to my IG account

[@jeffalten6072]

So I have a jade plant just like this that I saved from dying. It’s doing great but the leaves are starting to turn red. I know it’s from excess sun but it’s it harmful? Should I move the plant or let it do it’s thing? West window no more than 2-3 hours of direct sunlight a day

[@EverythingPlants]

Not harmful at all and a west window is great!

[@jeffalten6072]

@@EverythingPlants thanks for the quick reply. My jade aswell as the other 8 plants I have were passed on to me all half dead and it’s been a journey the past year bringing them all back.

[@Dido-ry2js]

If your J daves have fallen off and the stem is fairly bear how can you get it to squirrel leaves again

[@EverythingPlants]

You need to prune your jade!

[@GardeningCare]

Like 764 🤗👌👌👍 Very nice information shared on jade plant care🤗🤗👌🤗🤗 Thanks dear🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@EverythingPlants]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@michaeld.272]

Hi there. I pruned about 10 mm above the leaf line on older wood and the skin of the trunk looks like it calloused over the cut. Will it still put out new growth, or does it need to be cut closer to the leaf line? Thank you.

[@EverythingPlants]

It will defintely put out some new growth (branching) in time!!! I have a ton more recent jade videos if you are interested in those as well. I also have a succulent playlist which all those videos would be under as well.

[@michaeld.272]

Excellent. Thank you for the reply!

[@EverythingPlants]

@@michaeld.272 you are welcome 😊

[@mary-kate393]

I have a young jade that doesn't have any branches yet, will it grow branches itself over time? Or do i have to prune it to get branches?

[@EverythingPlants]

Yes, it will eventually start to branch out on its own. As it grows larger you can prune it to shape it or manipulate it to grow how you want. Good luck!

[@Ginty11]

My jade plant is about 3 years old and seems to be just one straight plant without any branches. Do you think it will branch off or will i have to cut it down low and let it start again and once cut slightly above a leaf line it should branch off into 2?

[@EverythingPlants]

Do you happen to have a picture of it? It's tough to give advice without seeing the plant. It may not be getting enough sunlight. Feel free to send a picture to my Instagram account @everything_plants_ca

[@Ginty11]

@@EverythingPlants thankyou for your reply. Ive inboxed you on instagram. I have it on a window seal in my kitchen.

[@lindafreudiger8022]

Both my jade and gullom jade are constantly dropping leaves. I've changed Both soils, sprayed Both with neem oil and don't over water. I just can't figure out the problem, can you help me??

[@EverythingPlants]

What type of pot is it in? Plastic pots are deceiving as the top might be dry, but the lower soil could still be wet.

[@darlenecarlmark7129]

I have a jade plant that I bought that appears to have four different stems in it? Do I need to separate them individually?

[@EverythingPlants]

You can leave them alone if you want them to stay in the same pot or if you want individual stems them dig them out! I have both types and I love them equally

[@quittrynabemeyouredoingaba6852]

Hi, Say i had a well established plant (like your big one) and I wanted to make a new branch from the main 'trunk'...how would I do that? (Without having to chop it right back) Thankyou for the video, I can't wait to get my jade plant soon 🥰🥰🥰

[@EverythingPlants]

I don't know of any methods to get it to branch from lower in the stem. Pruning a small portion of the top might promote branching from lower. I have never had a branch start like that, but it never hurts to try. Once your jade grows, you could prune it and start a whole new plant and prune it to your liking over time. Hope this helps.

[@cherylboyd5548]

Now what you do with the ones you cutboff?

[@lurabeck5650]

Can you do this to all succulents to make them branch out?

[@EverythingPlants]

I havent tried this with other succulents TBH. Like an echeveria probably won't branch out like a jade, but you can try.

[@lurabeck5650]

@@EverythingPlants Thank you, and I did get my jades to branch along with some other succulents. It did not take long at all. I sure love my plants!

[@veenaarora7740]

My plant growth not good at all.Leaves are getting thin and dropping.Thought overwatering so don't give water early but leaves are not thick.Plz advice what to do

[@EverythingPlants]

If you've recently watered and they is no improvement then it is probably over watered or the soil is retaining to much moisture. Let the soil dry out before watering again.

[@veenaarora7740]

Thanks.Now I give water when soil is dry.Leaves are not thick and shiny.Should I change the soil and mix some.cocopeat in soil? Plz

[@EverythingPlants]

Jades require a well draining soil. A cocopeat will hold moisture....exactly what you don't want. A commercial cactus/succulent mix is only what I recommend. I believe it's a mix of soil, sand and perlite.

[@lettyrodrz9940]

I would like to know how I can prune my jade so it can hang from the sides so I can have it as a hanging plant, if that's possible?

[@EverythingPlants]

Hang from the sides....just let it grow and don't prune it.....I think lol

[@Somatic.Unwinding]

I need help pruning a 45 year old jade that is off balance in growth on one side. The trunk is 4" dia. and the branches are 1 to 1-1/2". in diameter. I am afraid of pruning anything too large, because it seems to prevent growth on the larger branches, but the plant desperately needs balancing thankyou

[@EverythingPlants]

Hey Karen. Feel free to send a picture to my Instagram account and maybe I can help you out

[@daylinpoon7566]

can I cut more at the base of my jade where its brown and not green and have it grow more branches?

[@EverythingPlants]

You can....I have done this and I find the growth very slow.

[@missylee5]

I have a few questions. My jade plant has lost all of its small branches over the years and now only has 2 small new branches growing out of the top. It's mostly just a tall stick at this point. I want to encourage new growth but hate to cut off the only two small branches it has, but it's also very tall (8") and will likely end up top heavy if I leave it be. Should I wait for the two branches to grow and then Prune each when they get bigger, or just shorten the plant and completely cut the top off? I had a small lower branch that recently got knocked off and still has a small bit of the node left at the trunk, maybe I can make a small cut on that to try and encourage growth there too? I realize now it's not getting enough light and severely needs repotted. It's been in poor soil for many years now. I'm going to repot and slowly move it into brighter light. Is it best to wait to prune after repotting? I hate to give up on this plant, it's quite old and was given to me by my mom.

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello and thanks for the comment. I would definitely repot it first giving it some fresh soil (cactus and succulent mix) and even better yet.....in terracotta! And absolutely move it to brighter light. Feel free to send me a picture on my Instagram ofbthe plant as it's very tough to give pruning advice without seeing the plant. I'm still probably going to say check it completely back hahaha

[@EverythingPlants]

Here is a more recent video of my Jade plant and pruning. Hope you enjoy this one better. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6bGh4pvmrqBq7s

[@crabtrap]

I didnt mention: if you prune the leaves/shoots off and only leave the tips leaved.....it will substantually increase height growth. Meaning a more tree-like plant, faster. This also allows for a stronger a straighter trunk and leaders

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks!

[@WatchItGo]

pls help, I have a jade plant but all my apartment windows facing north. how to create the right conditions

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello. Sorry for the late response. You could always get a grow bulb. I use a regular desk lamp and bought a cheap grow bulb from Home Depot for some of my more sun loving plants to help them out.

[@KSguitarmusic]

Great video. My fault is not having a heavy enough hand with the pruning shears! I have a jade bonsai project going and so will try to be disciplined enough to keep pinching back. One thing I might ask...do you ever suggest cutting off some of the largest leaves right next to the stem? I suppose it depends on the overall look desired. I'm trying to go for as diminutive a look as I can - more like portulacaria - although with using crassula.

[@EverythingPlants]

I have removed those larger leaves near the stem to reduce weight. If you really haven't pruned a jade before then start small and get comfortable with it. As a general rule for me, I will always snip off anything that grows downwards.

[@padmasreebasak9508]

Hi...need your expert advice on pruning the Jade plant which I've bought online and found it is leggy having 4 branches, each one 8 inches in length. Not sure what to do as I m novice in this field.

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello. It is tough to give advice without seeing the plant. Feel free to send a picture to my instagram account and I hope I can help you out.

[@generalgambrell7283]

Like the pruning tips! Where can I purchase the scissors?

[@EverythingPlants]

You'd be surprised at how often I get asked this....here you go and they work so good! www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/yardworks-mini-pruner-snip-set-0596623p.html#srp

[@toniarussell5266]

Thanks for the video it is very helpful,. & your plants are so green & thick.😊 How do.you get the branch / stalk so thick like that?

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello and thanks. The thick stalks come from proper care and pruning. Also taking a jade outside in the summer can boost the rate of growth. Just be sure to acclimate it before you throw it in full sun and heat.

[@MSCOOKIESHAIR]

When do you start cutting to branch off. My plant is young and the stem is green.

[@EverythingPlants]

I will prune in its active growing season, otherwise it might be slow to produce new branches.

[@owenkuhnke3785]

I have a jade thats just one tall stem about 5 inches, then it had a big mass of branches and fat leaves that spans out about 4 inches in all directions. It cannot stand up on its own. Is there a way I could get it to branch towards the bottom without cutting it and rerooting it? And would you suggest that I root the cutting in water first?

[@EverythingPlants]

still doing okay?

[@owenkuhnke3785]

@@EverythingPlants yes. @owenkuhnke on Instagram. We’ve spoken😅

[@EverythingPlants]

@@owenkuhnke3785 yes. I know lol If I don't respond then it stays listed 🤣

[@owenkuhnke3785]

@@EverythingPlants oh lol

[@BeeLZBeeb]

How early can you start training the pups? Mine are working on a fourth leaf set each so far, no branching. I have no patience so by the time you answer I’ve probably already had a go lol

[@EverythingPlants]

This plant will teach you patience haha. I probably wouldn't touch it for the first couple years unless it is at risk of snapping due to the weight of leaves or branches

[@BeeLZBeeb]

@@EverythingPlants oh 😅

[@EverythingPlants]

Haha sorry 😅

[@BeeLZBeeb]

@@EverythingPlants ah well, you live and learn lol 😂🙈

[@valeria-militiamessalina5672]

Have a 40 years one, planted by my late grandma, grows extremely slowly, not looking its age at all; I remember seeing them planted outside in New Zealand, they were huge, thick and profuse in flowers; I just trimmed mine mercilessly, I can see new growth but nothing over the top. Also changed its pot and soil, may it live on.

[@EverythingPlants]

That is so great to hear! Give it a bright location if it is indoors and give it time to grow. Thanks for sharing!

[@diannefrench9550]

Do you have to root the pieces that you just pruned before planting ??

[@EverythingPlants]

I let the ends callous over for a couple days and stick the unrooted cutting into soil. It should root fairly quick on its own. Water like you would a normal jade plant. The soil does not have to be wet for it to root. If it is consistently wet the cutting with just rot.

[@Popedishsoap]

Does this also apply to Senecio Jacobsenii/kleinia petraea? As a brand new plant owner, I went in to a local plant shop asking for a crassula ovata jade plant, and was told that trailing jade was the same plant, just grown out more….. I know now that they’re completely different plants!!! The guy just wanted the sale, as the plant was a bunch of barely rooted cuttings, where half were already rotted 😥 The ones that survived are now the leggiest branches known to man…. 7+ inch long branches that are bare for the first 5…. Does anyone have any recommendations for encouraging branching (or just growth in general) on the clipped parts? I’m not worried about the cuttings, I’m just worried about where to cut & if taking cuttings in the winter will be detrimental to the plant!!

[@zebraheadproductions]

My jade plant leaves are so small and it’s about 3years old, what I am doing wrong?

[@EverythingPlants]

There are jade plants that have small leaves. The jade minima "mini" ,so that is probably what you have. You are doing nothing wrong!

[@maga7960]

Thank you, a very useful video!

[@EverythingPlants]

Thanks for watching! I have many more Jade videos if you are interested in checking those out!

[@maga7960]

@@EverythingPlants I will do for sure, thank you!

[@abhikannan1]

Hi . My jade plant is 5 months old. It's shedding all its leaves now. I badly need some expert advice to save it from dying. Kindly help

[@EverythingPlants]

Leaf drop is usually from too much water or holding too much soil moisture or lack of light.

[@ErikaAlponVlogs]

Watching support new friend ✌️

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello Erika!!! Welcome

[@AL-ru3nk]

Can you keep them inside?

[@EverythingPlants]

Jades plants..... mine are all inside!

[@CoFRHeLLsFuRy]

Do you rotate your jade throughout the spring/summer? Or just leave it facing the same direction all season? Not sure if that's something I should be doing with all my plants TBH. Glad I found this video. Literally just had a Jade snap and fall out of it's pot. I REALLY need to get bitter at pruning. Feel awful about losing that Jade.

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello Clayton. I do rotate my jade plants regularly. Feel free to check out some of my newer jade content as this one is pretty old already. Thanks and message anytime if you have a question.

[@owenkuhnke3785]

My jade is just a tall stem, but then on top is like 5 short like really short branches with big fat leaves. The thing can’t support itself it’s growing like a vine. How do I fix this. And how do I get it to support itself?

[@EverythingPlants]

I had a larger Jade that did this as well....just flopped right over. I started by pruning some of the branches because of the weight and eventually it corrected itself and started to grow upright. That is kind of the rule that I use now....any branch growing downwards gets cut! Hope this helps. The only way to see what happens is to give it a try.

[@owenkuhnke3785]

@@EverythingPlants I need it to be bottom heavy. Could I somehow get it to branch near the bottom without cutting it entirely?

[@owenkuhnke3785]

@@EverythingPlants wouldn’t cutting the branches which are all at the top of a tall stem to make it grow more branches gonna make it more too heavy and collapse on itself still?

[@EverythingPlants]

@@owenkuhnke3785 yes, but it allowed mine to strengthen the stem and grew upright. I think I have a before and after picture on my Instagram

[@EverythingPlants]

Here it is.... instagram.com/p/CJg6RC4gYWD/?igshid=ej0g2inxwziy

[@neotheone6762]

I want to prune my plant and want to make beds..I have bought it in March 2020...can you please help..where can I send the picture.?

[@EverythingPlants]

To my Instagram account. Everything_plants_ca

[@Kato2030]

I just pruned my jade plant yesterday, and after watching your video realized that I pruned it too early, growing season not started yet, so now I am worried that it will left without any leaves.

[@EverythingPlants]

Jades are very resilient. Don't worry....it might just grow a bit slower. I'm sure it will be just fine. Keep me posted with how it does plant friend!

[@Kato2030]

@@EverythingPlants thank you! I can see some leaves and for a week approximately, and some bumps, I think new leaves will form there. Also, I put pruned stems into water and I can see new leaves and roots there too. I am very relieved and happy!

[@kimvandeneng9649]

Very helpful to learn, thank you. I have a question though. My jade plant is years (10 or so) old, has never had too much sunlight up till now and has never been pruned, so it has many long single stems. Due to the increased sunlight it's now starting to shoot our branches everywhere, so all those stems are suddenly drooping from the weight. So how far back on the stem can I prune it? If I want to give it any structure to avoid the drooping then I'd have to cut 20cm or so from some stems. How much can it handle?

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello and thanks for the question. I think as a general rule most say not to remove more then 20% of the foliage, but Jades are surprisingly forgiving. You can hack it to pieces and it will continue to grow. Cut it back as far as you think it needs to so the branches don't break. You'd be surprised though at how much those fat leaves weight. Personally I would start with cutting off a section with a few these and see how that goes. You can always cut off more, but you can't put it back if you cut too much. My general Jade pruning rule is I will cut back anything that is growing downward.

[@mohanprasad1]

How long does it take for a small plant to grow? I have had it for 4 months and still no growth... I keep it next to a north facing window gets direct sunlight in the morning for about 3 hours. Thanks

[@EverythingPlants]

Might not be enough light. Succulents needs about 6+ hours of bright light each day.

[@guyplay]

What type of jade plant is this? They are beautiful! Thanks!

[@EverythingPlants]

The is just the regular Jade (crassula ovata).

[@euanam1]

I got a big Jade plant from a friend I don’t know how old it is. Seems to be healthy and doing fine I have even seen some new lead growth on it in the past months but I have noticed a lot of roots as well at many of the leaf scars. Many of these roots are new. Is this a bad sign? Also could I propagate with those roots, cutting beneath them? I have seen a few of your videos on Jades and I haven’t noticed roots on their stems

[@EverythingPlants]

My understanding of those aerial roots on stems is from lack of moisture. Either not watering enough (and in some cases too much) or maybe even root problems with the plant. Make sure it is in appropriate soil (quick draining mixture) and gets plenty of sunlight.

[@RandyTillman20]

How do you get the jade to form bark?

[@EverythingPlants]

I does this with age....usually when it is a couple years old.

[@RandyTillman20]

@@EverythingPlants thank you

[@debkousik8943]

I m subscriber of your chanel. I like your videos of Crassula Ovata. I have 2 Crassula Ovata plant, I am facing the growth of Crassula vertically , it's producing more leaves and becoming bushy instead of its height. And I am from India, Kolkata her e is not temparature 34 to 36 centrigade and I kept it morning sun but it's leaves and shrinked so I remove it from direct sun and place it indirect sun . Is it okay ? My crassula ovata leaves are not glossy , it's pale and fade green not glossy and shiny . What should I do for its vertical height and also it's glossy and more green leaves . It's producing more leaves and also thriving well in last 2 months. I purchased it online in Feb 2020 Please let me know ASAP. Thank you

[@EverythingPlants]

Hello! If your plant is saggy or dropping over and you want it more vertical than you will have to do some pruning. Kind of the rule of thumb I use is that any branch growing in a downward fashion I will prune it off. This helps with the strength of the stem and will grow upwards. If you just purchased this plant then you will need to like it adjust and acclimate into full sun and heat. Place it in a shady area to start with and slowly bring it into more sunlight. Here is a video I made explaining it a bit more. Thanks for watching kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmmxi5SwpZanqrM

[@debkousik8943]

@@EverythingPlants Thank you so much for your earliest valuable reply , support also with the video guidence. I m obliged by your service to your subscriber. I post question many of us KZbinrs from india they didn't reply but how you can notice your subscriber concern and allow them be comfortable with probable help and guidance. Thank you again. Best Wishes for you and your family. Stay-at-home Save-your-Family Save-the-Earth.

[@EverythingPlants]

@@debkousik8943 Thank you so much for the support. That really means a lot to me. Best wishes for you and your family as well! Take care.

[@debkousik8943]

@@EverythingPlants By the way I have placed it 1 hour sunny place let's see. I m from india, Kolkata, Calcutta. Where from you are ?

[@EverythingPlants]

I am in western Canada.

[@trevorparker4691]

Can you trim any season.

[@EverythingPlants]

I would only prune a plant while it is actively growing. The cuttings from the plant will root at any time of the year. If you are pruning because you want the plant to branch, then do it in the growing seasons.

[@sharadrajjaina]

Hi. Your jade plant looks very healthy. Never seen such big leaves . What's the secret nutrition you have been giving them? Please share

[@EverythingPlants]

A lot of sun and I use miracle grows 20-20-20 fertilizer in the growing season....that's it.