How to prune Jade Leaves and the precautions

Jade leaf pruning time

During the growth period of the Jade Plant, many branches will grow. In order to maintain its beauty, pruning should be carried out, which is also beneficial to promote its growth. The Jade Plant has a strong growth ability and is resistant to pruning. It can be pruned in spring, summer and autumn. The best time is in summer, and it is better to avoid rainy days.

How to prune Jade Plant

1. Remove withered branches and leaves

When pruning the Jade Plant, you must first cut off the withered and yellow branches and leaves. These withered and yellow branches and leaves are not helpful for subsequent growth. Leaving them will consume a lot of nutrients and affect the ornamental value, so they must be cut off as soon as possible.

2. Thinning branches and leaves

The Jade Plant is resistant to pruning, so it is okay if you accidentally cut too hard when pruning. You can cut off the inward branches, overlapping branches, parallel branches, clustered branches, crossed branches, and long branches to prevent these branches from affecting the beauty of the Jade Plant. It can also improve ventilation and air permeability.

3. Contour modeling

The outline shape is determined according to the growth pattern of the Jade Plant itself. It can be made into a natural shape or a slanted trunk shape. The natural shape is to trim the branches into a cloud shape with the middle position slightly higher. The slanted trunk shape is to tilt the main body to one side, usually slightly curved.

4. Tie branches and trunks

When shaping the Jade Plant, pruning is the main method, and winding is an auxiliary method. Wrap the wire around the branches and construct the shape you want. Note that you need to be careful when winding.