Jade plants are known for their attractive foliage and easy care. The weeping jade plant is a popular variety that grows well in containers and can be propagated from seeds. Here’s a guide to storing, sowing and germinating weeping jade plant seeds.
The best time to collect weeping jade plant seeds is in the fall when the plant produces small white or pink flowers. The flowers turn into small seed pods that contain one or two seeds each. Wait until the seed pods turn yellow or brown before harvesting them.
To harvest the seeds, gently twist the seed pods from the plant and place them in a paper bag. Label the bag with the date and name of the plant. Store the bag in a cool, dry place until you’re ready to sow the seeds.
Weeping jade plant seeds can be sown at any time of the year, but they will germinate best when sown in the spring or summer. To sow the seeds, fill a container with a well-draining potting mix and moisten it slightly.
Place the weeping jade plant seeds on top of the soil and cover them with a thin layer of soil. Water the soil gently to settle it around the seeds.
Cover the container with plastic wrap or a clear plastic lid to create a humid environment for the seeds. Place the container in a warm, bright location but out of direct sunlight.
Weeping jade plant seeds usually germinate within 1-2 weeks if they’re kept warm and moist. Once you see small green sprouts emerge from the soil, remove the plastic cover and place the container in a bright location with indirect sunlight.
Water the seedlings when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Fertilize the seedlings once a month with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
The weeping jade plant seedlings can be transplanted to individual pots when they produce their second set of leaves. Use a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Q: How often should I water my weeping jade plant seeds?
A: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Water the seeds when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Q: Do weeping jade plant seeds need sunlight to germinate?
A: Weeping jade plant seeds should be kept in a warm, bright location but out of direct sunlight until they germinate.
Q: Can I propagate weeping jade plants from cuttings?
A: Yes, weeping jade plants can be propagated from stem or leaf cuttings. Cut a stem or leaf from the parent plant and let it dry for a few days before planting it in a well-draining potting mix.
Q: How long does it take for weeping jade plant seeds to germinate?
A: Weeping jade plant seeds usually germinate within 1-2 weeks if they’re kept warm and moist.
Q: What kind of soil do weeping jade plant seeds need?
A: Weeping jade plant seeds need a well-draining potting mix that’s moist but not waterlogged.
Growing weeping jade plants from seeds is a fun and rewarding project for any gardener. Follow these tips for storing, sowing and germinating weeping jade plant seeds and you’ll soon have a collection of beautiful plants to enjoy in your home or garden.