Jade Plant Rot Management: Pruning, Light, and Cutting Propagation

Large inherited jade: one side rotted after branch loss, cut back repeatedly but rot persists. Other side fine. Blue mold on cuttings. Winter, humidifier used, last watered July (1/2 cup). North window, ottlight CFL. Expert Darlene:

• Jades need max sun—move to west windows, blinds open all day.
• Winter watering: 10–14 days between; never sit in water; empty tray after 1 hour.
• Half-strength fertilizer only in summer.
• Cuttings: dry 2 weeks until callused and rooting before potting in 50/50 soil/sand.

Follow-up: cut all rot, water if >month dry, move to sunny window, no standing water.