How to prune hobbit jade

Spring or early summer at the start of the growing season. Cut stems back to just above a leaf node or side branch using sharp, clean scissors. Remove any dead, damaged, or inward-crossing stems first, then shape for balance. Allow cut surfaces to air-dry briefly before watering.

Annually for shaping; as needed for stray or leggy growth. Hobbit Jade, like other Crassula ovata cultivars, benefits from occasional pruning to maintain a compact, shrubby shape and prevent legginess — especially in lower-light indoor conditions. Prune to open up the canopy, remove weak or crossing stems, and encourage branching. Cuttings root readily.

Cut stems back to just above a leaf node or side branch using sharp, clean scissors. Remove any dead, damaged, or inward-crossing stems first, then shape for balance. Allow cut surfaces to air-dry briefly before watering.