Is the Jade Plant suitable for a large or small pot?

Should I use a large or small pot for Jade Plants?

Jade plant grows very fast, so you can choose a slightly larger flowerpot to meet the growth needs of the plant, but it cannot be too big, otherwise there will be too much soil. If you water it too much, water will easily accumulate and cause root rot.

Requirements for pots for Jade Plants

When choosing a flowerpot for the Jade Plant, you need to consider the size of the Jade Plant. If the flowerpot is too small during the later growth period of the Jade Plant, you can choose to change the flowerpot, but it is best to choose a deep flowerpot at the beginning. After all, the roots of the Jade Plant are very developed, and new branches will grow every few days.

The branches of the Jade Plant are relatively long, so when choosing a flower pot, it is best to choose a tall porcelain flower pot, which will look very beautiful and elegant. There are no strict requirements for the material of the flower pot, as long as it is breathable. The size of the flower pot should be selected according to the overall shape of the plant, as long as it can adapt to the growth of the plant's roots.

Maintenance tips for Jade Leaf potted plants

1. Repotting

Jade Plant cannot be maintained in the same way after being potted. The pot needs to be changed every one or two years. The limited space cannot limit its future growth. Attention should be paid to the time of repotting. It cannot be done during the growing season because the temperature is relatively high and water evaporates quickly. However, the roots cannot be supplied with water immediately after repotting, and the plant is likely to lose water and die. It is best to do it in winter or early spring.

2. Soil

Jade Plant has strong adaptability, but the plant is afraid of waterlogging. You can choose loose, breathable and well-drained sandy soil for planting. The soil can also be mixed with river sand, garden soil and peat soil. You can also add an appropriate amount of phosphorus fertilizer to the soil, which is beneficial to the growth of the plant's roots.

3. Water and fertilizer

Jade Plant is drought-resistant but afraid of waterlogging. When planted in a flowerpot, it needs appropriate watering during maintenance. The soil should be kept moist to avoid water accumulation in the flowerpot which would damage the root system of the plant. Every 10 to 20 days, the plant can be fertilized with a thin liquid fertilizer, mainly compound fertilizer. During winter, water needs to be controlled and fertilization should be stopped.

4. Pruning

The Jade Plant grows relatively fast and needs to be pruned frequently. The long branches, weak branches, diseased branches and broken branches of the plant should be cut off. After pruning, the wounds should be smeared with wood ash to prevent the plant from being infected by bacteria. During the growth period, the plant can be sprayed with a fungicide once every 20 to 30 days to effectively prevent diseases and pests.