Expert: Greg Simpson - 6/10/2004

Question
I have two Jade plants that are growing ok but as they get taller they are falling to the side.

I have seen huge jade plats that look like small tress.

Is it possible for me to duplicate the big ones and get them to grow up instead of falling to the side?


Answer
Dear John,

The reason they may be leaning to one side may have to do more with lack of light than anything else. For your plant to stand upright, you will need a strong light source above your plants. If your plants are inside, this will be hard to duplicate without special lamps called grow lamps.

Let me know a little more about your plants enviroment and I will be able to give you a more precise answer. Thanks and hope this helps.

Sincerely,

Greg