Crassula sarmentosa

Trailing jade thrives in semi-arid environments and requires infrequent watering, approximately every three weeks. It's important to allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot. This plant grows best indoors in well-draining soil. It is sensitive to cold but highly tolerant of drought conditions.

Jade trailing is derived from settings with filtered sunlight, like the lower layers of forests or stony regions that naturally offer shade. While it favors semi-sun environments, it is also capable of withstanding exposure to full sun.

Although Trailing jade can tolerate some heat, it mainly flourishes and grows in the cooler seasons and becomes dormant in summer. In hot summer temperatures, shade should be provided to avoid scorching from intense sunlight. Watering should also be reduced or stopped during the hottest part of the year to prevent root rot. Trailing jade grows vigorously in winter and spring; as long as the temperature does not fall too low, it will continue to grow steadily.

This plant prefers dry conditions, so don't mist it. However, watering it less often can also thrive in higher humidity.

For Trailing jade, it's adequate to apply light quantities of fertilizer once or twice a year during the period of growth. The application of fertilizer should be evaded in the winter and summer seasons when the plant is in a dormant state. After repotting, the use of fertilizer should be lessened and one should wait for a few months before applying fertilizer. The act of fertilizing aids in robust growth and stimulates flowering.

To keep your trailing jade in good shape, prune any excess or dense branches in the spring and autumn using a knife or scissors. If you want to propagate the plant, cut thick stems with 5-6 leaves, apply sulfur powder to the wound, and allow it to heal before planting. Make sure to slightly moisten the soil when planting the cutting.

This plant has been found to be mildly toxic to humans, producing symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. However, these plants are featured on the ASPCA's list of extremely poisonous plants for dogs and cats. If your cat or dog is enticed to eat the plant, they may suffer jade plant poisoning symptoms.