Three common mistakes in growing Lithops

Obsessed with size

This plant originally grows in less fertile soil, so it is normal for it to be relatively small in size. However, there are always enthusiasts who are obsessed with its size, which is unnecessary. In fact, when evaluating a pot of lithops, the key is not its size, but more advanced factors such as its pattern. In addition, color is also an important factor, and its plant shape is also within the main observation range. Moreover, the lithops that can be grown with fertilizer and water will lose their ornamental value after molting once, which is not worth the loss.

Trying hard to imitate the environment of origin

It is true that Lithops was indeed found in the desert, but that does not mean that all environments in the desert are favorable to it. The original environment was extremely harsh and could not be easily imitated. Think about it from another perspective. Is it true that Lithops’ ability to survive in the desert is stronger than that in our homes? So how come plants growing in such a poor environment don’t suffer from malnutrition? The answer is naturally already in your heart. Therefore, you must judge what is the most suitable for it and then make a decision. This is the wise decision. Then again, isn't the purpose of growing it to appreciate it? Would you like to see a shriveled little butt?

No watering required

Based on the above misunderstandings, everyone may have fallen into a new misunderstanding, which is thinking that this kind of plant does not need watering. Even in places where there is less rain, there will be fog and rain. It is obviously not feasible to let it be exposed to full sunlight without watering it. However, you should water it occasionally, and excessive watering is absolutely unacceptable.