A dwarf jade with most of its growth on one side may be responding to light, shaping or the weight of its canopy. Check the plant and container together before choosing a larger pot.
Confirm the identity. The plant sold as dwarf jade is often Portulacaria, and a common name should not be the only basis for selecting care instructions.
Look at the new shoots
Where is fresh growth heading, and how much light reaches each side? If a brighter position is needed, change exposure gradually rather than moving a shaded plant straight into harsh sun.
For a top-heavy specimen, assess support, container stability and sensible shaping. Increasing the volume of wet compost is not the only way to address a display that tips easily.
Inspect the bases of stems for softening or damage before pruning for appearance. Keep any shaping decisions separate from an investigation of declining tissue. Photograph the plant before making changes and note which stems you remove. The next growth will be easier to assess if the history is clear and only appropriate changes are made.
The RHS profile of Portulacaria afra recommends very free-draining compost and bright, indirect light under glass. Confirm that identity before using the advice; the common name ‘jade’ alone is not enough to choose a growing routine.
Related reading: Dwarf Jade Care: Light, Watering, Potting and Pruning.