Why Crassula (money tree) grows slowly and how to speed

Jade or Crassula can be found almost in every home or apartment. And often all because of superstitions that this plant is able to attract money into the house. Although I do not believe it, but still beautiful tree with small fleshy leaves there and on my windowsill.

Jade is quite unpretentious, but sometimes I hear from friends that it is they grow very slowly or standing still. I suggest to understand what causes this problem and how to fix them.

Jade is slowly growing: Causes and Solutions

Crassula is a succulent, so It is growing rapidly. The growth rate of her average, per season plant adds 3-5 cm. In winter Jade comes a rest period - it slows down or even stops the growth. Therefore, if you expect that over the summer a tree grows up to 20-30 cm, you will be disappointed. And nothing to do with this is impossible - this is a normal physiological process.

However, if your tree does not grow in size, and its appearance is poor, should pay attention to it. The reason could be the wrong care or presence of pests.

Problem: Excessive watering

As succulents Crassula needs moderate watering in summer 1 time per week, other times 1 time in 2-3 weeks. If the soil does not dry out between waterings, it increases the likelihood of root rot. And, as a consequence, the plant stops growing and starts to wither.

Decision. Reduce the frequency of watering. If Jade began to rot the roots, cut the affected areas, sprinkle slices with charcoal and transplant plants.

Problem: Pest / disease

Jade can affect the scale insects, mealy bug or spider mite. Determine their presence can be visualized.

Decision. Wipe plant tissue, dipped in a soap solution. Repeat the procedure every other day. If pests are not lost, use the "aktellik" or "Fitoverm". With the defeat of the fungus using fungicides.

Problem: Too much pot

In Crassula small superficial root system. Until the plant is rooted opletet the entire space of the pot, the elevated part will grow very poorly.

Decision. Transplant a flower in a small, broad, but not deep pot.

Problem: A wrong substrate

Jade needs light, not too nutritious soil, which would be well lets air and moisture. Due to the heavy soil with plenty of humus and plant growth slows lose decorative.

Decision. Replace the soil. Ideal substrate for succulents. Or cook the mixture independently, taking 2 parts peat, turf land and the sheet, and 3 parts of coarse sand. Do not forget at the bottom of the pot put 3-4 cm drainage layer.

Problem: Lack of light

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Crassula loves bright but diffused light. If she is constantly in the shadows - always slow down the growth, the leaves become smaller, and the stems elongated.

Decision. Place the flower in the south-east or south window sill. If this is not possible, arrange a make shade to avoid burning the leaves on the south window.

These simple tips will help you to identify what hinders active growth of your tree. And hopefully soon Crassula please you by adding a few centimeters! If you like the money tree and you curious article, please put "Thumbs up!" Also I recommend that you read another interesting publication: When the blossoms money tree and how to make