How to propagate stone flowers and precautions

How to propagate stone flowers

Stone flower is usually propagated by seeds or cuttings, so its seeds can be propagated, and the seeds germinate easily after sowing, but generally speaking, using cuttings for propagation is the fastest.

Stone flower breeding time

Stone flowers are often propagated by cuttings, which is generally best from August each year to April of the following year. This period is the growth period of the plant. At this time, the survival rate of cuttings is high and the growth is faster, so the survival rate is high.

How to propagate stone flowers

Stone flower cutting propagation

Cut healthy branches of stone flower as cuttings, remove 2-3 pairs of leaves at the base, leave 3-4 pairs of leaves on the upper part, wait until the wounds are dry, and then directly insert them into the matrix of perlite and rice husk smoked soil to a depth of one-half. Water them in moderation to keep the potting soil slightly moist, and place them in a cool and ventilated environment.

Stone flower sowing propagation

Lithops are usually sown in spring from April to May. Prepare healthy and plump seeds and suitable potting soil. Sow the seeds on the surface of the potting soil. There is no need to cover them with soil, otherwise the seeds will be difficult to germinate.

Matters Needing Attention in Propagating Stone Flowers

When propagating stone flowers by sowing, you need to pay attention that its seeds are very small, so they are generally sown in pots indoors, and the soil cannot be covered after sowing, otherwise it will be difficult to germinate. When the soil in the pot is dry, you should use the immersion method to water it. Never water it directly, otherwise the seeds will be washed away. The sowing temperature is best kept between 15-25℃ to facilitate germination.