@MarksJadePlants
I love jade plants! I have two mutant babies
Here is what I have got from 4+ years of having them:
1. How long should the soil remain dry between re-waterings?
Until the leaves are not flimsy or squishy when touching them (easier to do on the mutant ogre ear relatives)
2. Are moisture soil probes effective?
Yes, but not accurate.
3. Is a 12-4-8 liquid fertilizer a good choice?
I would dilute it to around 1/4 the amount of fertilizer to the same amount of water, fertilize ever year or so. I have not fertilized mine...
4. Is fertilizer most effective once a month during April to October growing season?
Yes. Do not fertilize during dormancy -- It's like someone trying to feed you snacks while you sleep.
5. Where can I go for some tips on effective pruning of jade plants?
I pinch off the tips once in a while... I usually just let them do what they want.
I find that not pruning is best, or pruning every two+ years, to see what they look like over time. Pinching very frequently I find, slows down the growth. They will branch naturally, but it can take a long time.
If you feel too impatient to do so, If you look between the leaf/stem, you can try finding the axillary buds. If one stem has big axillary buds, than it's probably trying to branch.
Have a great day,
Sedumzz
