Hanging Jade (Crassula) Mealybugs and Low Light in Chicago

Mealybugs

White foam = mealybugs. Spray with 5:1 water:alcohol + soap, covering all surfaces. Repeat weekly.

Light

Jades need full sun. Chicago winter sun is weak—use the brightest window and consider a grow light.

Watering

Water when top ¼ of soil is dry. Year-round. The "every 2 weeks until winter" advice is wrong—succulents don't follow calendars.

Recovery

With mealybugs gone, strong light, and correct watering, the plant will regrow. It may look sparse for a while.