Jade Plant Winter Care: Jade plants often experience stress in winter – their leaves may turn yellow, fall off, and dry out and this is completely normal. But many plant lovers are concerned about why their jade plants leaves start to wilt as soon as the cold weather sets in.
As an gardening expert, I receive a lot of questions about Jade plant care in winter,
- how to care jade plant in winter,
- my jade plant leaves falling off, leaves turning yellow,
- where to keep jade plant,
- how to water jade plant,
- which fertilizer is best for jade plant in winter,
- why my jade plant is not growing in winter?
So, in this article, I am going to share my expereince how I take care of my Jade plants during winter – from the proper watering schedule to sunlight requirements, fertilizer rules, and common mistakes to avoid. Follow these tips to keep your jade plant healthy during winter season.
Jade Plant Winter Care
Why Do Jade Plants Looks Dull in Winter?
In winter, many jade plants look dull and stressed because of shorter days, cooler temperatures, and reduced sunlight. Their growth slows, and leaves may turn yellow or fall off as the plant enters its natural dormant phase. This is completely normal and doesn’t mean your plant is unhealthy.
So, let’s check some essential tips to help your Jade plant stay healthy during the colder months.
5 Simple Tips to Care Jade Plant in Winter Season
1. Move Your Jade Plant in Shaded Area
Move your Jade plant to a shaded area where it is protected from cold winds and frost. Excessive cold can harm jade plant.
Where I keep my jade plant:
During winter, I move my jade plant to a shady place, like under a green net or to a shady spot on the balcony that gets good bright light.
- With this simple practice, I protect my jade plants from freezing cold nights and frost and keep them healthy during the winter season.
2. Check Sunlight Requirements
Jade plants thrive in direct sunlight. They require at least 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth. Even in winter, sunlight is crucial for their growth.
How I check Sunlight for my jade plant:
I keep my jade plants in a location that receives as much direct sunlight as possible.
- I keep checking and relocating them to a suitable location that receives good sunlight during the winter.
Interesting Facts About the Jade Plant
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3. Right way to water Jade plant in winter
Watering jade plant correctly is very important. Many jade plants die from improper watering. Jade plants are succulents and store water in their leaves. Therefore, they require very little water to survive.
Overwatering is the most common mistake during winter. Water only, when the soil is completely dry out.
How I water my jade plant in winter:
- I water my jade plant every 5 to 7 days.
- I first check the soil surface by inserting a finger or stick into the soil.
- If the soil is wet, I don’t water. If the soil is dry, I water my jade plant.
Signs to look for before watering
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4. Best Fertilizer for Jade plant in Winter
Jade plants go into a dormant state during the winter, so they don’t need as many nutrients. Over-fertilizing can further stress the plant.
Which fertilizer I give to my jade plant:
I recommend two organic fertilizers that are natural sources of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) and promote healthy growth in jade plants.
The two organic fertilizers are:
(i) Mustard cake liquid fertilizer
(ii) Groundnut cake liquid fertilizer
You can apply little amount of well diluted mustard cake or groundnut cake liquid fertilizer once a month.
- Both of these fertilizers are slightly warm in nature and strengthen the jade plant’s roots and promote overall growth during the winter.
5. Avoid Pruning in winter
Pruning a jade plant in winter is not a good idea because the plant is already under stress, and excessive pruning can harm it.
What I do:
- I only remove yellow, damaged leaves and dull stems.
- I wait until spring for major pruning. Pruning season is the active season for jade plants.
Pro tip:
- I recommend not to repot your jade plant in the winter. Wait until spring, which is the best season for jade plants to grow.
Interesting Facts About the Jade Plant
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By following these tips, your Jade plant can survive and even thrive during the winter season.
FAQs on Jade Plant Winter Care
Qs 1. Can a Jade plant survive indoors during the winter?
Ans – Yes, a jade plant can survive indoors during the winter, but keep it in a bright light area. On sunny days, expose your jade plant to direct sunlight for better growth.
Qs 2. What’s the best way to water a jade plant in winter?
Ans – Always check the soil’s moisture level. If the soil is moist, there’s no need to water it. If the soil is dry, it’s time to water.
Qs 3. Why do jade plant leaves turn yellow and fall off in winter?
Ans: In winter, jade plants enter a dormant phase, and this is completely normal.
Qs 4. Which is the best place to keep a jade plant in winter?
Ans: In winter, keep your jade plant in a location with as much sunlight as possible. If it’s very cold, move it to a shady spot to protect it from the cold and frost.
Qs 5.Can I repot a jade plant in winter?
Ans: It is recommended not to repot your jade plant in winter unless absolutely necessary. The best time to repot is in the spring.
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