Large Jade Plant: Prune, Don't Divide

Brooke's 5-year jade quadrupled size, too heavy to move indoors. Wants to divide into multiple pots.

Don't Divide—High Risk

Division is difficult and risky. Could lose entire plant. Jades prefer small pots + regular pruning.

Better: Severe Pruning

Cut longest stems by ⅓ to ⅔. Reduce size dramatically. Pruning = haircut—no damage, just appearance change.

Propagate from Cuttings

Heal cuttings overnight. Plant in sandy mix, slightly damp. Warmth + sun = new plants. Lineage continues without division risk.

If determined to divide, I'll explain—but pruning is safer and better for the plant.

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