Midstripe Rainbow Bush, Portulacaria afra medio-picta – Succulent Plant

One of the most important things when you care for jade plants is to make sure that they are watered properly. Never let a jade plant dry out completely. But also, do not water a jade plant too often, as this can cause root rot. Don’t water your jade plant on a schedule. Rather, water your jade plant when the top of soil is just dry to the touch.

If your jade plant is losing leaves or has leaf spots, this is most commonly caused by too little water.

Sunlight Requirements of a Jade Plant

Another important aspect of the care and maintenance of jade plants is how much sun they receive. They need full sun in order to grow properly. If they do not have full sun, they may become stunted and leggy.