Pruning guide
How to prune lithops salicola
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Pruning lithops salicola — FAQ
When should I prune lithops salicola?
After old leaves are fully desiccated, typically late spring to early summer. Gently peel away the dry, papery remnants of the previous year's leaf pair once they have fully shriveled. Do not pull or cut while any moisture remains in them.
How often does lithops salicola need pruning?
Once annually, following each growth cycle. Lithops salicola needs virtually no pruning. These living stones shed their old pair of leaves annually as new ones emerge from within — never cut away the papery old leaves yourself, as the plant reabsorbs nutrients from them. Simply remove any fully dried, spent leaf husks once they are completely desiccated.
How do you prune lithops salicola?
Gently peel away the dry, papery remnants of the previous year's leaf pair once they have fully shriveled. Do not pull or cut while any moisture remains in them.