Troubleshooting a Struggling Jade Bonsai

Jade bonsai are not "easy" despite what sellers claim. Leaf drop and browning after a week indicate a care mismatch—usually the soil is drying too much between waterings. Bonsai pots are small and drain fast, so they need more frequent attention.

Immediate Steps

• Return to the nursery for specific care instructions; they sold it as "hardy and easy."
• If that's not possible, email a photo for tailored advice.
• In general, jades need bright light, well‑draining soil, and water when the top half of the soil is dry.

What you're seeing is not normal; the plant is stressed.