Does anyone know what’s causing these brown spots? They seem to have come up quite quickly. It’s kept outside in full sun with one drainage hole on the side. I’ve had it for about 3 years with no other problems. I water it infrequently based on how much rain we’ve had.
by Ark_ploma
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These black spots could be almost anything. Do you see any insects? If you don’t, this could be the result of a fungal disease or a virus. But first I’d take a look at how you’re watering. Jade plants are succulents meaning that their leaves hold moisture. They can’t stand too much water and they also need good drainage. Make sure the pot is sitting on a bunch of pebbles so it doesn’t sit in water. If you’re watering too often, the roots take up more moisture than the leaves can use. This might be what’s happening here. If the soil is too wet, carefully repot using a sandy mix (not the common ‘potting soil’ stuff) Also try using a porous container like a terracotta pot. That will help with evaporation of any excess water.
Good luck!