Why do this? Is there a correlation between forcing new root growth and plant health? You could force any plant to grow new roots by trimming its root system ... doesn't mean the plant will benefit from it, though. What's the purpose here?
because unlike many other plants, these go dormant and will eventually die if you don't. they can go dormant and never wake up, especially after shipping or repotting.....
Can that be done at any of the lithops live cycle? I’m going to receive my plants now and it is the end of May. Will it be safe to have roots trimmed now?
i think if you want to use regular water, after cut needs to wait maybe one day to let the wound dry then plant in the moist soil or if you plant in right away. don't water till the next day, same thing. without fungicide just needs a longer time, but that prob no point to do this. just plant directly.
@@heathermiller76I just discovered these this year. What do you do in the winter? I don’t have a good north or east facing window. Do grow lights work?
@@raimeyewens7518 Grow lights will be perfect. It's what I use in the winter. Good luck!! Don't put them directly under them. More off to the side a bit. 12hrs on & 12hrs off.
I followed everything you did on this video and my lithops actually grew new roots in just 2 weeks, amazing! Thanks for this 😊😊😊
This will surely help me as I just started loving these plants... Gratitude
Sooo satisfying to watch your video. Loved it!! 💚
Thank you.
Wow ang dami po!😍🥰😍🥰💙
This video was super helpful! Thanks!
Your welcome.
Why do this? Is there a correlation between forcing new root growth and plant health? You could force any plant to grow new roots by trimming its root system ... doesn't mean the plant will benefit from it, though. What's the purpose here?
because unlike many other plants, these go dormant and will eventually die if you don't. they can go dormant and never wake up, especially after shipping or repotting.....
Such helpful video, thanks. Can I ask, what kind of plant fungicide are you using (name, brand)?
Captacide 50.
I thing any brands are ok, just you can find.
@@lazyphusy527 I was wondering about this fungicide too. Thanks !!!
My pleasure. I hope you will be successful.
Can that be done at any of the lithops live cycle? I’m going to receive my plants now and it is the end of May. Will it be safe to have roots trimmed now?
If you do it in the house I think any month is ok.
Lithops likes light. If it’s in the low light so it will tall. But not too hot.
Sooo cute 😍👍
What is the use of Aqua Soil here?
During this 2 weeks do we need to water regularly?
If you see that the water is dry, you can water it, but if the water doesn't cut down, you don't need to add water.
@@lazyphusy527 OK noted. Thx for the advice ^^
Nice
Thank you.
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Thank you
Why cut lithops roots when planting in pots?
To encourage new root growth
Where can i get them in cape town hout bay?
If i dont have fungicide and just use regular water will that work?
I'm sorry, I'm not sure.
i think if you want to use regular water, after cut needs to wait maybe one day to let the wound dry then plant in the moist soil or if you plant in right away. don't water till the next day, same thing. without fungicide just needs a longer time, but that prob no point to do this. just plant directly.
Water when repotting while it’s splitting. ?
Does Lithops flower smell..??
I can smell the pollen. Put no perfume so far.
@@nicholat5319 thanks for the info 👍🌿👍
Why cutting the roots? Are there any advantages come with that Methode?
Cut the roots for stimulate new roots. Root cuttings have a greater chance of forming new roots.
No need to airdry after you cut the root?
@@monettecarpio78 Yes.
@@lazyphusy527 Yes no need to air dry or yes you need to air dry?
@@knyng no need to dry air
Can i use akadama instead of pumice to generate new roots after the trimming process?
What is substrate percentages please. Thanks
100% rocky
@@CyanideOwl Thanks! My mesembs are doing well but your video is great idea too.
Next time plant them deeper
Use 9 parts of pumice and 1 part vermicast instead of cactus soil, it holds much water
absolutely not.... most plant them far too deep and cut off their ability to photosynthesize or make it much, much harder
@@heathermiller76I just discovered these this year. What do you do in the winter? I don’t have a good north or east facing window. Do grow lights work?
@@raimeyewens7518 Grow lights will be perfect. It's what I use in the winter. Good luck!! Don't put them directly under them. More off to the side a bit. 12hrs on & 12hrs off.
@@heathermiller76 ok. Thank you