Dwarf Jade
SpencerDT
9 years ago
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cactusmcharris, interior BC Z4/5
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My First Bonsai, dwarf jade. Need advice!
Comments (1)The biggest problem answering is knowing what you mean by "dwarf jade". There are several different plants that go by this name. Your best option is to post a photo....See MoreWANTED: Dwarf Jade
Comments (0)Hi All! I am looking for a dwarf jade cutting or plant...any one want to trade? I have: Jade Plant (larger leaf) Jacob's Ladder - Really Cool zig zag plant Mother of Thousands Spineless Cactus Gollum Succulent In Florida...See MoreWill Dwarf Jade back bud on old "wood"?
Comments (2)It WILL back-bud on old wood, but how enthusiastically it responds depends on a number of factors. A) whether or not you cut it back and how hard you cut it back B) How much reserve energy the plant has when you cut it back C) what the current rate of photosynthate production is D) How much light and air movement the plant gets and how favorable temperatures are E) the sum of other cultural factors limiting the current state of vitality. When it comes to forcing the plant to back-bud, you'll get the biggest bang for your buck if you get the plant very healthy - so there is a lot of photosynthesizing machinery at work (lots of leaves) and a lot of energy reserves - and cut it back hard when the plants ability to produce photosynthate (food) is peaking. In the northern hemisphere, that translates to sometime around Father's day or maybe a little sooner if you live in the US below the Mason Dixon Line. Al...See MoreDwarf Jade under or overwatered?
Comments (3)What potting mix did you use? Does the pot have a hole in the bottom? Did you put it back in the same pot? As far as potting mix is concerned, many people here recommend commercial cactus and succulent mix combined 50-50 with perlite from your nursery. This gives you a fast draining mix since succulents don’t like to be wet too long. Also make sure your plant gets plenty of bright light or even direct sun. There is an easy way to tell if your plant needs water: take it wooden skewer and insert deep into the potting mix. Wait a few minutes, when you pull it out, if it’s damp don’t water....See MoreSpencerDT
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