How to prune silver dollar jade

Spring or early summer during active growth. Use sharp, clean pruning shears to cut branches back to a lateral branch or node. Remove no more than one-third of the plant per session. Prioritise dead, crossing, or leggy stems first, then shape for an open, balanced canopy.

Annually for shaping; spot-prune as needed year-round. Silver Dollar Jade (Crassula arborescens) is a shrubby succulent that benefits from periodic pruning to maintain a balanced, tree-like form and prevent top-heaviness. Prune to remove crossing or crowded branches and encourage bushier growth. It tolerates moderate pruning well and is a popular bonsai subject. Cuttings root readily.

Use sharp, clean pruning shears to cut branches back to a lateral branch or node. Remove no more than one-third of the plant per session. Prioritise dead, crossing, or leggy stems first, then shape for an open, balanced canopy.