Jade plants roots can grow to several feet deep to help jades stay upright and sturdy. The jade plant roots are strong enough to resist heavy wind storms and remain standing when jades are grown in dry climates.
Yes, jades can be planted in the ground, but it may take time for them to adapt to growing there since jades aren’t known for putting down deep roots like other plants.
If you choose to grow jades outside, make sure you put them in an excellent sunny location to avoid having trouble surviving during cold winters. Jade plant roots are small enough to grow in small pots and deep soils.