2 named cultivars

cactus succulent

Jade Plant

$24.95

The Story

Plant Bio

Crassula ovata, the jade plant, is a branching evergreen succulent shrub from South Africa, reaching three to six feet with age. Thick fleshy stems marked with ringed leaf scars carry pairs of glossy oval leaves, often edged red in bright light, and clusters of small white or pink star-shaped flowers appear on mature plants in winter and spring.

It is toxic to cats and dogs, which is worth knowing for a plant this common in homes. Getting it to flower needs a deliberate winter rest — cool nights, bright light and almost no water for six to eight weeks — which is why most indoor plants never bloom. Leaves that drop root readily where they fall.

Uses & Benefits:

Thick glossy jade-green leaves, often red-edged, on a sculptural branching frame that improves with age.

Extremely long-lived and forgiving of neglect, and roots from a single dropped leaf.

Grown almost entirely indoors, so its garden value is limited to frost-free regions.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Cactus Succulent

Height

54 inches

Width

30 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

Water

Low

Humidity

Low

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

South Africa

Toxicity

Toxic to cats and dogs

Marketplace

Where to Buy

Garden Goods Direct

In Stock$24.95

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Planting

How to Grow

Grow it in bright light, including some direct sun.
Use gritty, free-draining cactus compost.
Water thoroughly, then let it dry out completely.
Water very sparingly through winter.
Give it a cool, dry winter rest to induce flowering.
Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Pro Tip

Wrinkled leaves mean it wants water; soft, yellowing, falling leaves mean it has had too much — the two look nothing alike.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Give it the brightest position you have ☀️
Let the compost dry out fully between waterings 🌵
Keep it cool and dry in winter ❄️
Keep it away from cats and dogs 🐈

Don't

Water it on a fixed schedule ❌
Leave it standing in water ❌
Keep it warm and watered all winter ❌

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Repot
Rest

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Long-lived houseplant for a bright windowsillContainer specimen on a summer patioOutdoor succulent planting in frost-free regions

Companion Plants

Aloe EcheveriaSnake Plant Haworthia String Of Pearls

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Jade Plant questions

What zones can Jade Plant grow in?

Jade Plant is hardy in USDA Zone 10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Jade Plant deer resistant?

Yes — Jade Plant is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Jade Plant bloom?

Jade Plant typically blooms in winter to spring through early fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Jade Plant need full sun?

Jade Plant does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Jade Plant drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Jade Plant handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.