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Jade Plant | Crasulla argentea

The Jade Plant, also known commonly as the Chinese Rubber Plant, looks like a miniature tree.

The Jade Plant is part of the succulent plant family and are easy to care for. They are fairly adaptable to temperature variations. They have woody branches with thick, rubbery, fleshy, oval leaves in a vibrant jade green color sometimes edged in red. The Jade Plant is a slow grower and can reach up to 3 feet in height. In the right conditions you can even get it to bloom which it does in the winter.

Temperature & Humidity
The Jade Plant prefers high temperatures but will tolerate average. Anywhere between 60F and 80F should be fine. Remember all plants need a lower night time temperature - about 10 degree difference is ideal. Low humidity levels are acceptable and even desired by this plant.

Light
Place in direct sunlight during cold months to achieve the true red edge tint on the leaves. The Jade Plant will do fine in medium light all year long also. You can use fluorescent light if needed.

Water
Allow the soil to become nearly dry and then water thoroughly specially in the spring in and summer months as this is its growth cycle. Jade Plants growing in anything other than direct sunlight will need less water. Do not let the soil get soggy as this will result in soft, weak stems and may cause root rot.

Fertilize
Fertilize every two weeks during spring and summer months. It does not need any fertilizer during the winter months as it is dormant. The Jade Plant, as with all succulents, does well with African Violet food. Make sure you clean the leaves once a month with a damp cloth.

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