Jade plants are some of the all-time favorite succulents ... Signs that jades are overwatered are mushy leaves that become yellow and drop. Allow potting soil to dry between infrequent waterings.

Jade plants are native to South Africa and naturally ... Leaves may also droop when yellow, which can quickly advance to becoming brown and droopy. Also, healthy jade leaves are firm and plump ...

A reader's 10-year-old jade plant may have yellowing leaves due to changes in the soil makeup or a spider mite infestation.