Jade plants are a type of succulent within the Crassula genus that is native to South Africa. They are drought tolerant and easy to care for, making them a popular choice for warm climate gardeners. They also make excellent houseplants. In the guides down below, we provide tips on how to grow and care for your own jade plants. Keep reading to learn more!
One of the most popular houseplants, succulent jade retains water in its leaves, stems, and roots. This trait allows these plants to thrive on infrequent watering and with little other care. But they do require plenty of bright light and well-draining soil. Our guide shares tips on growing jade indoors.
Jade plants produce delicate white or pink flowers in late winter, but many indoor specimens never bloom as Crassula ovata needs certain environmental conditions to trigger blooming. Learn about the seven most common reasons why jade houseplants fail to bloom and what to do about them in this guide. Read more now.
Black spots on your jade plant leaves? These tough succulents can develop spots from overwatering, sunburn, fungal diseases, cold damage, or pest problems. Most plants recover completely when you identify and address the underlying issue. Learn about 5 common causes and how to address them in this guide. Read more now.
‘Gollum’ jade is a cultivar of Crassula ovata with tubular leaves that flare into suction-cup-like tips, often tinged with red. Also known as finger jade, Shrek’s ears, and E.T. fingers, it’s compact, slow-growing, and ideal for growing indoors. Learn how to grow and care for ‘Gollum’ in this guide. Read more now.
Jade plants are a popular, easy-care houseplants. While pest infestations are not common, these succulent beauties are attacked by insects occasionally. Read more now to learn about the common pests that may attack jade, the damage they can do, and how you can effectively deal with these unwanted creatures.
The Crassula genus includes the classic green jade plants as well as a diverse range of other succulent species and cultivars. The leaves may be fingerlike or shaped like coins, variegated, silver, or pink. With fun names like ripple jade and worm plant, our roundup showcases 13 top Crassula picks to grow at home.
All it takes is snapping off one of those jewel-like leaves to turn one jade plant into an endless supply of green-leafed beauties. Read our guide now to learn everything you need to know to successfully and easily propagate Crassula ovata via stem or leaf cuttings, while avoiding potential problems with rot!
Jade is a succulent for outdoor cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 11 and 12 and an easy-care, water-wise houseplant in all regions. Usually, the foliage is fleshy, firm, and evergreen. However, it can become limp under less-than-ideal growing conditions. Read on and learn why it happens and what to do about it.
Jade is a fleshy-leaved evergreen succulent that doesn’t need water until the pot dries out. It’s low maintenance, but there’s one task you may want to undertake: Pruning a jade plant can support its health and improve its appearance. Read on to discover 9 reasons to prune and the tools and techniques for the job.