Hello! I have this variegated Jade that I want to make into a bonsai. It is mid-January and it is pushing new growth. I'm surprised that it is growing new leaves at this time of year and I didn't know if I should take some leaves/branches off now, or wait until its warmer out even though I am keeping it inside my dorm. If I should pinch anything off, what should I remove? This is my first bonsai so any help/comments are greatly appreciated!
The great thing about Jade plants is that they are self bonsai-ing. Full grown, they are only about 2 feet tall. At this point, its a stick just deciding what to be when it grows up. Give it time and watch to see what suggestions the plant gives to ultimate shape. Then prune to encourage that shape. For now, watch it grow.
