Seasonal calendar · Portulacaria afra

Dwarf Jade

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

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Watering

Regular watering begins, allow soil to nearly dry between waterings. Resume moderate watering only when active growth starts; avoid cold, damp soil.

Fertilization

Start light fertilization with balanced low-nitrogen formula. Begin feeding lightly if indoor warmth and light are consistent.

Pruning

Trim back new growth for shape and ramification.

Development

Good time to shape new leaders or refine structure.

Paths onward

This speciesDwarf JadeBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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