I’m still trying to familiarize myself with all things lithops, as I just got my first ones a few months ago. I just picked up this little group about an hour ago at Meijer for $6.99. I’m looking for some helpful and kind advice regarding repotting these.
When I picked up my first ones, I asked for some guidance and I received conflicting information when it came to when/how to repot. The only thing I know for sure is that they should be in a deep pot because their roots like that. I also know when to water and when not to water. I have that photo saved in like 3 different places. I’ve also been complemented on my soil/substrate mixture for my lithops. So I feel comfortable with those things.
Basically I just want to know if I should leave the substrate level the same in the new pot? Or should they be placed deeper in it? If they need to be separated, how far apart should they be placed? From my very limited knowledge, it appears to me that only one of them is starting to split. Should I provide extra room for that one, especially because it’s larger than the others? Any helpful suggestions, advice and recommendations are genuinely appreciated. Lastly, if you feel like being condescending, arrogant or feel the need to offer advice like I’m an uneducated person who doesn’t know how to function in the real world, kindly keep whatever you were going to share to yourself. I’ve seen and experienced too much of that in every day life and within numerous Subreddits.
by originalcarebear
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I like to plant them about halfway down in a super gritty mix, then fill to the top of the plant with pebbles or stones. As for separating them I wouldn’t, they’ll sort themselves out as they grow given they have the horizontal space, and I like the clumpy look.
deeper.
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What a great bunch of lithops you have! I am learning all about them too. I got my first plant a month ago, and had done some research on how to do basic care. I was planning on learning while I had the time. Then suddenly, I had a bud, then a Bloom. Thank goodness for this wealth of experience!
I’m pretty new to this, still feeling my way with my lithops a year ago. From what I’ve read, we are supposed to repot them deeper and ensure they get more light to stop stretching. These look like a fun group to manage! I love your boundaries as well, online is a challenge and it doesn’t have to be!
Congratulations