{"product_id":"lithops-living-stones","title":"Lithops 'Living Stones'","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePot size (diameter): 8.5 cm.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied in a plastic pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE: Pot contents will vary from images, each selection is unique in size, colour and quantity of Lithops. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther nicknames for Lithops are: 'Flowering Stones', 'Pebble Plants', 'Split Rocks', 'Cattle Hooves' and the less subtle 'Little Butts'.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're looking for a pet rock with a bit more responsibility, then look no further! These odd little guys are the marmite of the plant community, you either love them or you hate them.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLithops produce new leaves by shedding the previous layer, their tops will shrivel and dry up, don't panic! this is normal and they will soon reveal a fresh new set of leaves underneath. During this time avoid watering (new growth usually follows after a period of dormancy).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLike other succulents, you are most at risk of damaging this plant by overwatering it. Resist the urge to over-care for your Lithops, allow them to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edry out completely between waterings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLithop flowers come in white, yellow and orange. They usually go dormant after flowering in order to save  energy before their next growth spurt and leaf shedding.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for something a bit\u003cspan\u003e smaller\u003c\/span\u003e? how about our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mooseplantshop.co.uk\/products\/baby-lithops-living-stones\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5cm option.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight: \u003c\/b\u003eBright sunlight will promote even growth, vibrant colours and bold patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater: \u003c\/b\u003eAvoid watering in Summer unless they become very wrinkled (in which case give them a small amount of water), this is their dormant period and they will not grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater thoroughly at the start of Autumn when you notice the first signs of fresh growth or a flower developing. For the rest of this season water when the soil is completely dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid watering in winter whilst your Lithops are shedding their old leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResume a normal watering schedule in spring, allowing the soil to dry out\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood: \u003c\/b\u003eNot a requirement but if you choose to; use a light cacti fertiliser in Spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity: \u003c\/b\u003eWill thrive in low humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moose Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36631545512091,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0435\/9667\/7275\/products\/newlithopas2.jpg?v=1645555112","url":"https:\/\/www.mooseplantshop.co.uk\/products\/lithops-living-stones","provider":"Moose Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}