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What to Do If a Jade Plant Gets Frostbitten? Detailed Remedies

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Because winter temperatures are relatively low, many plants cannot tolerate it and become frostbitten. For this kind of plant, if the frostbite is severe, the roots will rot beyond recognition, or even turn to mush, and at this point it usually cannot be saved. If the frostbite is not severe, we just cut off the frostbitten parts, then keep the damaged parts and the soil dry at the same time. As long as it gets through winter safely, it will grow very well the following spring.

1. Beyond Saving

Actually, this depends on what its frostbite condition is like. If it is relatively severe, its roots will rot beyond recognition. In addition, if its upper part wilts and gradually shrivels, it is very hard to save. Moreover, young and tender ones generally endure it more slowly, and in the most severe cases its roots turn to mush. At this point we can only give up, because even if we save it, it will not survive.

If the temperature is below 5 degrees, we need to start taking frost protection measures for it. If the temperature is even lower, below zero degrees, it is very likely to suffer frostbite. So once we notice the temperature dropping, we should move it indoors, because indoors the temperature will not be very low, and at least it can still cope with its growth. It needs an environment above 7 degrees, which most rooms can provide. If that cannot be achieved, we need to cover it with a plastic bag.

2. Can Be Saved

If it can be saved, it is generally because its roots have not yet rotted, so we just cut off the rotten parts, then let the cut area dry, and the soil should be kept even drier. The amount of watering must be controlled well, otherwise too much water will very likely cause root rot again. As long as it does not rot through this winter, it will grow especially well the following spring.

In winter its leaves may become a bit dry, so we can spray some fine mist on them. In addition, we should not casually throw it away, because even if the leaves are frozen, as long as there are stems and branches, giving it a certain amount of fertilizer will let it grow well again, and after a year or two it will be a particularly beautiful plant again. So in winter we must pay attention to cold protection. If possible, consider moving it into a greenhouse, and after winter passes, resume normal care, and it can still grow in good form.

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