Lithops seedling project
Kim
8 years ago
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Kim
8 years agoApril 9b SF bay area
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Lithops seedlings
Comments (8)i agree with you there about mesembs seemingly being every pests favorite dish. I have read where these lithops can make great house plants....so im going to try that out...my room has a south facing window, so lighting wont be a problem, and i have a bit of protection for them with my blinds if it gets too strong for them. I would say the biggest seedling so far is a tiny little 3MM...say something like this --> O...See MoreLithop seedlings
Comments (8)No rush to remove the lid, they should be fine under there for a few weeks. Remove immediately if you get any rotting or fungal problems. I keep them well watered until the first true leaves come through. Provide strong light, ideally direct sun once the lid is removed, but don't let them overheat....See MoreLithops Seedlings Help
Comments (1)Hi Succulent _son, I have grown Lithops from seed a few times and from my experience I believe it is normal for the seedlings to topple over as they grow due to how shallow the seeds are sown (I sprinkled the seed on top of the soil then lightly sprayed them in with water). I have tried both methods you mentioned however my best results were from leaving them to grow and develop their thicker skins before handling them. I found that I had a higher incidence of rotting bases if I surrounded them whilst they were too young. If you decide you want to straighten them up I think adding a little grit for support is the better option as you have less chance of damaging the fragile developing root system. Good Luck :)...See MoreLithops seedlings help!
Comments (1)Hello Maria, Just close the bag and leave it be for now, just make sure there is enough moisture. You can replant the seedling when they get strong enough, I suggest to wait at least until first true leaves emerge after first shedding. Happy growing :)...See MoreKim
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