All About Lithops Care

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  • Опубліковано 29 бер 2020
  • This is how i been caring for all my Lithops (Living Stone) to get them to grow :)
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  • @Esmie60
    @Esmie60 4 роки тому +131

    This is by far the best explanation of when to water/care for Lithops. Love the animation. Made total sense.

    • @thesimplepeachify
      @thesimplepeachify 4 роки тому +8

      Esmeralda Burgos for real, damn, this is the most informative video. i needed this.

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому +2

      Ahh!! Im so glad you liked it!!

    • @leezahmarie2138
      @leezahmarie2138 4 роки тому +2

      It was great, I've been researching this exact thing. She did great.

  • @MochBuzz
    @MochBuzz 4 роки тому +67

    That animation is TOO CUTE.

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому +2

      Oh my gosh thank you 😭😭

  • @marib4722
    @marib4722 3 роки тому +5

    “He’s fine , he’s fine”😂😂😅thats me too😅🤣

  • @holliyates10
    @holliyates10 4 роки тому +21

    I have a lithop that I recently got and I didn’t know why it was splitting but now it makes sense! Can’t wait to see how it grows!

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому +2

      Yay! You got a lil baby coming in ☺️

  • @johnvaldez82
    @johnvaldez82 4 роки тому +8

    You're so cute when you're getting excited on explaining about lithops 😍

  • @lgarden7086
    @lgarden7086 4 роки тому +21

    This is perfect timing! I bought one last year that had two in one pot; I separated them out of the nursery pot last June and repotted them into separate tiny pots using special bonsai soil mixture. Last week one was looking so shriveled I thought ut oh...I watered it and now it’s splitting... so exciting😀 I can’t wait to see the new babies! They both live in my S facing window and they are adorable! Thanks for the video. I can’t wait to buy a new color. I did think they were slightly boring but when I saw the one starting to split it was a game changer.

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      That’s such an awesome surprise!! Like awh lil guy you don’t do much huh /: & then it split!!! It’s kind of like a egg hatching lol

  • @Caymon8
    @Caymon8 Рік тому +3

    After searching at least 30 videos on the culture of Lithops, yours, by far, is the most succinct and comprehensive. Thank you so very much. My daughter and I are very happy with our new Lithops purchase and now feel confident we have repotted them correctly and understand their specific life cycle that you described so very well.

  • @giauyngo4750
    @giauyngo4750 4 роки тому +9

    loved the drawing animation thing!! Theres nothing like that with plants on youtube and it's nice seeing new concept content

  • @hobbithabits
    @hobbithabits 4 роки тому +36

    I cant stop staring at that damn shifty table.
    Im so worried about the little butts falling off the table 😅

    • @8pmSilhouette
      @8pmSilhouette 4 роки тому +1

      HobbitHabits/ Bri Bri 🤣🤣🤣!!! ☠️

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому +2

      Lmao! This is the old table I used before the tippy one hehe

    • @itsjustrust
      @itsjustrust 4 роки тому +1

      The little butts! 🤣

  • @annehenderson9207
    @annehenderson9207 Рік тому +1

    As others have said, yours is the best video of the many out there. Great explanations. Loved the diagram!

  • @cybersnake8
    @cybersnake8 Рік тому +1

    I enjoyed this video very much and if we were plants instead of people , you would definitely be a Lithops ! 💥💥💥💥💥

  • @mischka54
    @mischka54 4 роки тому +5

    I just got my first one gifted to me and didn’t know what I was looking at!! But now I know, thank you so much!! So looking forward to caring for this little plant!

    • @FRANCESCA01234
      @FRANCESCA01234 3 роки тому

      mischka54 😂💋

    • @krystallovesallanimalsandn5303
      @krystallovesallanimalsandn5303 3 роки тому

      i know right they look so fricken cool and weird they reay do resemble a rock when you think of them rowning in the desert half buried in sand its pretty funny to think how much they resemble a stone

  • @alexadubbs
    @alexadubbs 4 роки тому +5

    THANK YOU. Just thank you. I got my lithops in the mail today and I was looking more in depth of how to care for these little guys and the first two videos I watched were SO confusing and discouraging! Thank you for making it easier to understand ! 😅 wish me luck

  • @littleunboxings
    @littleunboxings 3 роки тому +3

    Love your energy girl! My first lithops is arriving tomorrow and this has been helpful!

  • @Fradamore
    @Fradamore 3 роки тому

    I love listening to this girl talking, such a sweet way of explaining things, lovely voice

  • @theplantyness6941
    @theplantyness6941 4 роки тому +2

    Loved this video! You have the most straight forward explanation of their lifecycle which helped me heaps! You've inspired me to buy more Lithops 😅

  • @brunosco
    @brunosco 3 роки тому

    Just bought a lithops and I love it and am quite excited. And thanks god I watched those vids before watering them, as now is not the right time to do it! And thank you for the info and sharing your passion!

  • @claudepineda8214
    @claudepineda8214 3 роки тому +1

    I fell in love with them the moment I saw them. Now I have three lithops babies and I'm so happy

    • @krystallovesallanimalsandn5303
      @krystallovesallanimalsandn5303 3 роки тому

      i allso fell in love soon asi first ever saw themi still only have one it has not split or flowered for me yet i live in australia and bught mine at garden world and its a brown one realy cool patern though too

  • @bethmulligan2588
    @bethmulligan2588 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you soooo much. I just got free Lithops from Mountain Crest Gardens & just replanted them from the little pot they came in. I did use a succulent/cactus medium...very gritty,pepply... your explanation of their care was excellent...I adore mine just like you!!! Thanks

  • @CJ-ge5jm
    @CJ-ge5jm 4 роки тому +3

    I had to water my lithops for the first time since getting him in around April-may. Thank you very much!

  • @its_just_seb
    @its_just_seb 3 роки тому +5

    I first saw Lithops when I did my apprenticeship as a gardener and I've been in love with them ever since. I need to get some again, but unfortunately they'renot common where I live at all

  • @tahoe4beauty
    @tahoe4beauty 2 роки тому

    OMG!... now I'm going to positively without a doubt HAVE to get my first cute-as-can-be tiny little Lithops, because every time I look at them I will be reminded of you! ~ Erika Lodes your excitement and love for them bubbles over in such a unique and elegant style, I was tapping the back button to replay parts. Thank You!!! ✍)))

  • @dfairygarden9972
    @dfairygarden9972 2 роки тому

    loveee your video! your excitement to explain and your love for the plants is just adorable and cute

  • @coryj6090
    @coryj6090 3 роки тому +2

    I love my lithops. They are currently all splitting and one looks like it’s giving me triplets seems to be a lot down there. Exciting times to come. Thank you for your video. Def learnt a few things going forward

  • @evesandoval6887
    @evesandoval6887 2 роки тому +1

    This is the cutest video and inspiring.
    I'm going to try Lithops soon!

  • @hayleywegman6799
    @hayleywegman6799 3 роки тому

    Oh my gosh. You are so concise. This is the best tutorial/informational I've seen 😁

  • @margaretneilson3301
    @margaretneilson3301 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much Erika, great video. I’m new to Lithops and one I have is splitting exposing new leaves, so I’m pretty excited to watch it develop and I’ve noticed a couple of others look like they may be starting to split. It’s the end of winter here in Australia . I love your videos your sooo expressive 😀

  • @Hantography
    @Hantography 3 роки тому +2

    I love how much you love these plants 😃! Thanks for the useful info, was definitely probably gonna over water them if I didn't watch this.

  • @hollybeck605
    @hollybeck605 4 роки тому +3

    SO many questions answered. Thanks Erika! I killed my first one because I knew nothing about the care. My new one just pushed out new babies but its getting SUPER tall. So clearly I need to move it to more light. I was worried about when to water again so, thanks!!

  • @margaretneilson3301
    @margaretneilson3301 4 роки тому

    I love your very descriptive video, I brought 5 Lithops about 2 months ago, no watering yet. I’m in Australia and you have helped me to understand when and when not to water them. We are going into winter next week . I look forward to watching more of your videos and I’ve given you a big tick and subscribed cheers Marg

  • @ngocbui3761
    @ngocbui3761 2 роки тому

    I fell in love with these the first time I saw a photo of them. I do not own any currently but you video definitely makes me want to own some now.

  • @linedeschenes6095
    @linedeschenes6095 4 роки тому

    I did not know if I wanted one, but now that you have explained how to take of them I will surely get one soon, Thank you🌱💚

  • @analissaacosta5698
    @analissaacosta5698 3 роки тому

    My husband just gifted me two of them as an anniversary gift... they are very rare in Belize. So this video will definitely help!!! Thank you!

  • @sherryporsch9349
    @sherryporsch9349 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for lithops growing tutorial 😍 I’ve think they are so cute, an have killed two in 30 yrs. Now with your teaching I might try one again 😀 Great illustrations ❤️

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      Thank you Sherry! Definitely try your hand at it again! They’re such lil cuties 🥰

  • @leezahmarie2138
    @leezahmarie2138 4 роки тому

    Just watched your video on lithops, loved it👍 I just got my first 2 last week. I am in love with them too❤️❤️❤️ I've had lots of different types of succulents for 2 years now but there is something about the lithops ❤️❤️❤️

  • @3.5degreesnorth84
    @3.5degreesnorth84 3 роки тому

    It's cool that you love your plants!

  • @sofiannetty4177
    @sofiannetty4177 3 роки тому +1

    you really help me to take care my lithops ...thank you so much

  • @kramsath
    @kramsath 4 роки тому +1

    Erika is my favourite plant youtuber!

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      I feel so honored 😭💖

  • @dawnmarkcum9067
    @dawnmarkcum9067 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Erica I found six of them at Lowe's in Lansing Michigan I couldn't believe my eyes when I seen them it reminded me of you

  • @pinkcatreads
    @pinkcatreads 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for that video! It's so helpful! I just recently got my first lithops and I'm so falling in love with them. Can't wait to see how they grow and to get more of these cute little guys. Unfortunately the selection in my country is so poor. I ordered a few from another country. Can't wait to get them already! 🥰💚🏜️

    • @wernerstruebing116
      @wernerstruebing116 2 роки тому

      I am not sure where your country is, I found a supplier in the Netherlands who are great suppliers

  • @soralaexploradora
    @soralaexploradora 4 роки тому

    Yayyy Iv been waiting for this video thanks! Idk why but I became obsessed with these guys 💚💚💚

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      Same here! The obsession just clicked & here were are lol

  • @plantsinner5072
    @plantsinner5072 4 роки тому

    The old one shrivels away? 😥Thanks for all this info 😀. i always had my eyes on these but hesitated. haha...i know how much you love these cuties! They ARE cuties!

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      Now next time you see one you gotta get it! 😉

  • @Lypno
    @Lypno 4 роки тому

    Your video is very cute and informative. I think you have greatly increased my lithops' survival rate.

  • @SSaaNNddYY77
    @SSaaNNddYY77 2 роки тому

    Great tips! I bought a grouping last fall of 5 and love them!!! I did lose 2 as when they were pushing out their new baby I took the mom away too soon... Live and learn! I just bought Bonsai Jack brand soil which I hear is perfect!

  • @xjackelinx
    @xjackelinx 3 роки тому

    I have 2 lil brains and just ordered some seeds to germinate. I’m so excited 🥺🥰🧠🤍

  • @taeviansworldofreptiles3828
    @taeviansworldofreptiles3828 4 роки тому

    Wow what an amazing little plant! Now I want one!

  • @kimmills7707
    @kimmills7707 4 роки тому

    Haven’t even finished the video yet but I’m so excited for this video! I △⃒⃘lways want them but know nothing about taking care of them.

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      Hopefully now you can get one!! 🤩

  • @elmerdeasis3518
    @elmerdeasis3518 2 роки тому

    They look amazing

  • @hergreenthumb990
    @hergreenthumb990 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the tips. I love lithops. I will be repotting some of my baby lithops soon

  • @growingwiththeguinthers466
    @growingwiththeguinthers466 4 роки тому

    Great video! Split rocks are actually totally different and also ugly cute lol. People get them confused and I did too until I joined a group on Facebook. Love your videos!

  • @wandererak9705
    @wandererak9705 4 роки тому

    Your voice is so relaxing

  • @rjs5619
    @rjs5619 3 роки тому +1

    Such a cute animation ♥️ i just ordered some succulent cuttings online and they send me some free lithops 😍

  • @danaesalinas8224
    @danaesalinas8224 3 роки тому +1

    I got a lithops like 2 years ago, but I didn't know how to take care if it and it unfortunately died :c today I got a new one and your video is really helpful! Thanks for your advice

  • @krystallovesallanimalsandn5303
    @krystallovesallanimalsandn5303 3 роки тому +1

    thanks for the awsome video it has helped me to keepmy first one i own alive and know what time to stop watering and much more i especialy liked the use of animation very cool

  • @kessliempire2259
    @kessliempire2259 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you for this video! I just bought this plant 🌱 and it’s one of my favorite succulents. Mine is a purple color and I only have one since my parents house is not the brightest . I pretty much just buy low light plants that are easy maintenance. Mine just split open a little and I’ve only watered it once this month so I’m not sure when to water it again. Maybe in June I suppose. Love your collection.

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому

      Purple is so pretty!! That is so cute!!

  • @hungtrinh83
    @hungtrinh83 5 місяців тому

    Just purchased some. Thanks for your lessons

  • @vanessadodd5797
    @vanessadodd5797 4 роки тому +2

    I grow mine in 100% pumice and they do fantastic in it 👍🏼

  • @xenic101
    @xenic101 4 роки тому +2

    I finally got my lithops seeds in the mail, couple of weeks still before I plant them. - variety packs, can't wait to see what they come up as.

  • @reesepiece87
    @reesepiece87 3 роки тому

    You really got me into lithops!! I re-potted the first one I got into 100% perlite and it rotted .. idek why cos I didn't even water it at all. But, it's okay, I got more after that first one. I used maybe 70% perlite and 30% soil and some aquarium rocks for top dressing. They're doing okay so far, and no signs of rot. Hopefully next year, they flower for me :)

  • @Elizabeth45840
    @Elizabeth45840 4 роки тому +1

    I Absolutely Love the Video! I never knew there care so in ever got one. You made me fall in love!

  • @o.m.2203
    @o.m.2203 4 роки тому +5

    I love lithops but keep killing them from watering at the wrong time. Thank you for this video. The cycle visual is so helpful and cute!

  • @deexonedeexone9773
    @deexonedeexone9773 4 роки тому

    You are the cutest succulent! 🥺

  • @Mac_Bungus
    @Mac_Bungus 4 роки тому

    Super helpful, thanks! I’ve only got one but I mistakenly planted it with some cacti. It’s all good but I’ll be reporting it with some other Lithops soon.

  • @michellereed479
    @michellereed479 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the info. I love my lithops but I had no idea that they flower. I keep mine outside, they get morning sun and they look beautiful. I've been watering once a week but they're in little Terracotta pots so the water wicks away quickly 💚

  • @randye19
    @randye19 2 роки тому +1

    great explanation! your super cute too! love your passion

  • @mauravandehey6584
    @mauravandehey6584 4 роки тому

    Thanks for this lesson! This is the best! I will have to try them!!! :)

  • @weronikajakubczak115
    @weronikajakubczak115 4 роки тому

    Omg the animation 💘💘

  • @sharonpollitt1524
    @sharonpollitt1524 4 роки тому

    excellent tutorial on lithops!!

  • @janicemartinezdavis5020
    @janicemartinezdavis5020 4 роки тому +1

    I'm was very sad 😥 just one little princess i had it 😢 die 💔 never seen anyone again, now I'm seen your video of them ❤️ they pretty take care of your princess, beautiful lovely cute

  • @juyoungjeon7096
    @juyoungjeon7096 2 роки тому

    Just got my at Lowe’s today. I was super excited to see them at a big box store. They’re not even available at the local nurseries.

  • @kristelgracepuente66
    @kristelgracepuente66 3 роки тому +1

    im smiling the whole time watching this, coz the way you talk with your hand. i literally look at your fingers like its your mouth hahahahahhha sorry. im being weird but im entertained. i’m dying to have one!!

  • @mysbo_
    @mysbo_ 3 роки тому +1

    I live in SWEDEN and recently bought a Lithos, and it's getting a flower..!! :D

  • @vanessadodd5797
    @vanessadodd5797 4 роки тому

    I grow mine in 100% pumice and they do fantastic in it. 👍🏼

  • @rayballestero8872
    @rayballestero8872 2 роки тому

    I just started with lithops they are unique I have two separate colors n size, Thanks Erika you gave me info , I am looking for more.

  • @Sovereign-Prax
    @Sovereign-Prax 4 роки тому +2

    I like these little things they are cute, when you started to get them an, I thought they looked like teeth lol. hopefully you get some seeds would love to see the sprouts I think they will look even cuter. Loved the video and the animation was pretty cool. Have a wonderful day.

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому +1

      I can’t unsee the teeth thing omg

    • @Sovereign-Prax
      @Sovereign-Prax 4 роки тому

      @@ErikaLodes I know right? but they are still very cute

  • @cecedavis9840
    @cecedavis9840 3 роки тому

    Love your explanations. Thanks

  • @cnystrengthnfunction9570
    @cnystrengthnfunction9570 3 роки тому

    Outstanding! Thank you

  • @carineds
    @carineds Рік тому

    Very well explained. I don't know anything about Lithops, at first i didn't like them at all. Now i find them such a cuties. And bought a bunch online yesterday. The were deliverd today and i don't know if i have to be disapointed. They don't look 'bright'. They are very little Lithops clusters. I find the color poor. But maybe i am wrong about that. As they are soooo little/small like a needle i don't know if i should seperate them. Thanks for this great video, i learned a lot!! 🤩😍

  • @richieleeallen6667
    @richieleeallen6667 3 місяці тому

    Can you make more Video's about Lithops PLEASE. I could watch your Video's All Day. 😂

  • @mknotkova
    @mknotkova 3 роки тому

    Very nice video, Erika. I will try not to kill my first lithops. Btw. I really love your enthusiasm :D

  • @13LilyPad13
    @13LilyPad13 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this video! It's helpful

  • @user-xr6cb4xh1n
    @user-xr6cb4xh1n 6 місяців тому

    Loved this! Thank you

  • @Daniel-sr3pd
    @Daniel-sr3pd 3 роки тому

    Awesome video.

  • @PsychoPlantLady
    @PsychoPlantLady 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much, this video was so helpful. I’m wanting to get a split rock, but working on learning more first. 😊 I’m so concerned about killing them.

  • @TinoGNieva
    @TinoGNieva 4 роки тому

    Animation was the best! Looks like you have more Lithops than I do now. 😠 Haha

    • @ErikaLodes
      @ErikaLodes  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Lol only because I bought the two really packed pots! When I saw them I haddd to buy hehe

  • @wernerstruebing116
    @wernerstruebing116 2 роки тому

    Great video, I grew up in Namibia and love these Lithops, they are easy slow growers, but their biggest enemy is over watering.

  • @patchu6425
    @patchu6425 4 роки тому +1

    I love Lithops! I'm getting right into them. I just hope I dont kill them 🙈😁

  • @Ej_143
    @Ej_143 3 роки тому

    Well explained , thanks for the info😍

  • @GypsyH23
    @GypsyH23 3 місяці тому

    Love my lithops 🥰

  • @nickybbchannel9987
    @nickybbchannel9987 4 роки тому

    really coolplantswowyes sullicuts are so awesome thx

  • @plantyjourney
    @plantyjourney Рік тому

    This is really helpful thank you!

  • @brez1914
    @brez1914 4 роки тому

    So I have a history of forgetting to water plants... ☹️ But I saw a Lithops at Lowe’s today and then I saw that they didn’t need to be watered for like months at a time... I was like.. woah this is the plant for me! Thank you soo much for the advice ima try not to kill my Lithops. Unrealeated thing I named my Lithops Herby! Ye I know I’m weird oke have a great day!!!!

  • @itsjustrust
    @itsjustrust 4 роки тому

    This video is super informative & omg, so adorable! Your excitement & love for your lithops is palpable, put a smile on my face, and now I’m even more excited for my little ones to arrive! 😁 Immediately subscribed. Thank you!

  • @kenjiro2676
    @kenjiro2676 3 роки тому

    It’s autumn! Time to water! Tip: Start with a light watering and work your way up to drenches. Watering should end at early or mid October.
    You actually don’t want perlite as they hold water, everything else you said is correct for soil.

    • @2qlrn273
      @2qlrn273 3 роки тому

      Aren't you thinking of Vermiculite? It does hold water, but, Perlite actually floats in water!

    • @kenjiro2676
      @kenjiro2676 3 роки тому

      @@2qlrn273 both vermiculite and perlite hold water

  • @watchingitallhere
    @watchingitallhere 2 роки тому

    Good tip on not buying ones that are in wet soil. I have bought a few that were wet and overwatered from the store, none of them made it. Buy dry.

  • @lwalker1995
    @lwalker1995 4 місяці тому

    Love them❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @daisycalderon7623
    @daisycalderon7623 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much!

  • @Allister123456789
    @Allister123456789 3 роки тому

    looks like growing these guys is a little more complicated than I thought.. I'm about to give it a try though. Seeds arrived today.

  • @troytaylor1913
    @troytaylor1913 3 роки тому

    I've been watching videos about lithops before I bought some seeds.

  • @Shawayze
    @Shawayze 3 роки тому +6

    Nov 24. My lithops has already started to split and push out its baby... these guys live in thier own world
    EDIT:Dec 02, 2020 its outer butt started to shrivle like rot.. then sprouted straight up.... wierd