How to grow lithops

1. Sowing time

It can be done all year round as long as the temperature can be maintained. But generally speaking, it is spring and autumn, with autumn being the best.

2. Preparation

1. Seeds: Put the seed pod in a cup of water, it will slowly open and the seeds will slowly fall into the water. Once the seeds are fully out, you can remove the seed pods and pour the water onto absorbent paper, leaving only the seeds. Then choose the most suitable one for sowing.

2. Matrix: There are many available, such as Akadama soil, peat soil, river sand, coal slag, etc. But no matter what you use, you should choose those with smaller particles, so as to increase the germination rate. Before using the substrate, screen it with a sieve, then expose it to the sun for disinfection before use.

3. Sowing

1. Place a gauze mesh at the bottom and place some large particles that have not been sieved at the bottom to prevent water accumulation. Then place the fine matrix on top.

2. Moisten the substrate and then sow the seeds. Pay attention to the quantity. Generally speaking, about 150 seeds can be sown in a flowerpot with a diameter of 10 cm.

4. Post-maintenance

After planting, the temperature needs to be maintained at around 22-26℃, and a layer of glass plate should be covered on the mouth of the pot. After about 3-7 days, it will be able to germinate.