Lithops in zinc pot 1

We don't know many people that don't struggle with these plants, but we will sort that out, we promise!

Care advice

The main rule of Lithops care: NO WATER UNTIL MAY. From September to May (Yes! May!) they do not require any water whatsoever. The collector we bought these plants from doesn't even water his until June. During this time you will see them grow new bodies, emerging from the centre of the old plants in an absolutely fascinating lifecycle. 

It is ONLY AFTER THIS that they require water. Bright light and air flow is also key. Low temperatures are fine, but any moisture or humidity will finish them off. 

Please read our Lithops care advice article for all the details and, if you are worried, please give us a shout. We are here to help, and we will make it our mission to help you grow these magnificent plants.

Planter info

Zinc gloss bowl on feet, diameter 12cm.

Planted with:

Lithops pseudotruncatella elisabethiae C187, sown 2010 (large lilac)

Lithops pseudotruncatella C315, sown 2017 (large blue)

Top dressed with pea gravel and rocks from habitat in South Africa.

Shipping 

Decorations will be removed and packed separately to avoid damaging the plants in transit. The planter and contents will be packed as well as is physically possible. Some extra sand will be sent too, in case of spillages.

When ordering, please be aware of the fact that packages get thrown around like footballs, and you may have some reassembly to do on arrival.