What kind of soil does Lithops use?
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Different stages of Lithops enthusiasts have different soil requirements. Every enthusiast has their own soil recipe. This article is based on years of Lithops cultivation experience and practical insights, which is very valuable for beginners.
First, let's take a look at a schematic diagram of the common transplantation of Lithops:
1. The bottom layer: Choose large particles with good breathability as the drainage layer, which helps to remove salt and other harmful substances from the soil after watering. I use volcanic stones ranging from 6-12mm.
2. Planting layer: Use about 80% of Hymenopappus with a particle size of 3-6mm, mixed with 20% of peat, a small amount of rice husk charcoal and decomposed chicken manure fertilizer. You can also mix some insecticides like furadan and a bit of carbendazim for peace of mind. When planting, the lower part of the Lithops roots should be扎 into the planting layer, and the leaves (the body of Lithops) should not come into contact with this part of the soil. For young seedlings within one year, use smaller particles and more peat, otherwise it's similar.
3. The fixing and surfacing layer: Use all particles, I still use Hymenopappus (3-6mm, not easy to powder, good drainage and breathability, no sharp edges, and suitable weight, not flying around like perlite), to fix and protect the fragile sides of Lithops from sunburn. The surfacing is up to personal preference, casual is fine.
Actual potting operation diagram:
1. Lay a drainage layer with volcanic stones of 6-12mm, about 2 cm thick is enough.
2. Put in the prepared planting material, spray a little water, stir it slightly, level it, and the soil surface should be about 2 cm away from the pot edge.
Plant the Lithops with trimmed and dried roots, and it's okay if the leaves slightly touch the soil. You can later adjust them a bit when the surface is laid.
3. Pour the prepared Hymenopappus (3-6mm) into the pot and secure the Lithops.
Then adjust the Lithops to be upright, slightly lifting it up, adjust the surfacing, and place it in a diffused light and ventilated area for a week before watering. After that, gradually expose it to sunlight and maintain it normally.
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