Pruning Umbrella and Jade Plants for Compact Cubicle Growth

Carrie's jade and umbrella tree (Schefflera) grow rapidly under a natural-light bulb at her desk. Wants to prune to keep them small and bushy; jade should branch at top rather than grow tall and skinny.

Expert Answer: Prune both regularly with good shears (e.g., Fiskars). They'll bush out beautifully. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone, pot in soil—they root in ~3 weeks. Share with coworkers and become the office plant expert!