Pruning guide
How to prune villete's living stones
Best time
Late spring to early summer, after the old leaves are fully dried
How often
Once per year, following each annual growth cycle
Technique
Gently peel away the shrivelled husk of the spent leaf pair by hand once it is completely dry and papery. Never remove green or partially living tissue.
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Pruning villete's living stones — FAQ
When should I prune villete's living stones?
Late spring to early summer, after the old leaves are fully dried. Gently peel away the shrivelled husk of the spent leaf pair by hand once it is completely dry and papery. Never remove green or partially living tissue.
How often does villete's living stones need pruning?
Once per year, following each annual growth cycle. Villete's Living Stones (Lithops villetii) require no pruning. Like all Lithops, they shed old leaf pairs naturally each season. Your only task is to remove the dry, papery husk of the spent pair once it has completely desiccated after the new pair emerges. Do not cut living leaves.
How do you prune villete's living stones?
Gently peel away the shrivelled husk of the spent leaf pair by hand once it is completely dry and papery. Never remove green or partially living tissue.