Lapidaria margaretae - Karoo Rose
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Karoo Rose (Lapidaria margaretae) (Dinter & Schwantes): A pale blue-green to pink oddity related to Lithops and other mimicry plants. These unusual-looking succulents have thick, three-sided leaves and naturally stack up two to four leaf pairs. Light leaf texturing and pastel colors help them camouflage against quartz and gneiss in their native Namibian and South African habitats. In the wild, they can bloom multiple times each winter with large, shiny yellow flowers. The flowers are around 2.0" wide have up to 100 petals, sometimes obscuring the rest of the plant. The blooms open during the day and close up at night.
The Karoo Rose is adapted to sunny, arid conditions with only 10.0" of rain per year and will not tolerate low-light or over-watering. They need rapidly draining mineral soil (80% mineral grit, 20% organic soil) and a deep pot with a drainage hole. Plants should be watered when the soil is dry in the fall growing season and lightly in spring, but left to dry during winter and summer. This species does not tolerate frost, but grows reliably on sunny window sills and under grow lights.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
White
All Seasonal Colors
Pink
Bloom Color
Yellow Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light, Full Sun
Maximum Height
Under 3"
Maximum Rosette Size
Under 3"
Growth Habit / Shape
Clumping / Mounding
Special Characteristic
Pet Safe, Showy Blooms
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
10
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• Staff Answer
Before jumping into emergency procedures, I think it's worth noting that karoo rose will "recycle" it's old leaves in order to grow new leaves. That's normal growth but, something could very well be wrong if there are healthy leaves below the shriveled leaves.
If you determine something is seriously wrong with your plant, you could try propagating a leaf or two. This is unlikely to work but it's worth a try! I'll post a link below on our guide to making cuttings.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/faqs...
If you determine something is seriously wrong with your plant, you could try propagating a leaf or two. This is unlikely to work but it's worth a try! I'll post a link below on our guide to making cuttings.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/faqs...
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Succulents need grittier soil than other plants because they are adapted to dry conditions and store water in their leaves. Regular potting soil mixes stay damp for long periods of time, which can cause rot in succulents. Instead, use a sandy, well-draining soil so you can water thoroughly without leaving your succulent in standing water.
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• Staff Answer
Our plants can be transplanted immediately upon arrival.
If you want to wait to transplant, they can remain in their original containers for up to a month. If the pots came in a plastic carrier tray, remove the pots from the carrier tray prior to the first watering.
Keep the plants indoors near a sunny window or outdoors under a roof (only if outdoor temperatures stay above your succulent's minimum hardiness temperature). Water only after the soil is fully dry by drenching from above with a faucet, hose, or watering can. Gently shake excess water from the leaves and allow containers to drain completely.
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Fertilizing is not necessary, but it is a good option for succulent growers who want to encourage faster, larger growth. It can be used on mature plants with established roots. Only fertilize in the growing season (spring and summer for most varieties) to avoid weakening or burning dormant plants. Use a light touch and make 2-3 applications of low-Nitrogen, diluted fertilizer each year (N-P-K ratio around 5-10-10). You can find specially-formulated cactus / succulent fertilizers in most garden centers or go organic with compost tea or bone meal.
Example: Miracle-Gro Quick Start, diluted to half strength
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Succulents need deep, infrequent watering, especially during their growing season and when they are young and establishing roots. Only water after the soil is completely dry and the plant feels less firm. Err on the side of underwatering. Watering too frequently is the most common way to kill succulents.
HOW TO WATER SUCCULENTS
- Drench from above using a faucet, hose, or watering can
- Do not mist with a spray bottle (the only exception is for Air Plants)
- Water until it drains from the container's drainage hole. If your container does not have a drainage hole (not recommended), use about 1/3 the volume of the container…
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Different succulent varieties have different light needs. You can find the Recommended Light Conditions on each variety's page by scrolling down to the Product Details. We use four categories of recommended light, and some plants can thrive under a range of light conditions.
LOW INDOOR LIGHT
- Can grow indoors without direct sun.
- Placing outdoors in direct sun or on sunny window sills might cause dark burns.
- There are a limited number of succulent varieties that thrive in low light, notably Haworthia, Gasteria, Peperomia, and some Jade…
• Staff Answer
Many succulent varieties are only available seasonally because of their growing and propagation cycles. During the growing season, we can usually restock sets and trays weekly. Most individual plants will go in and out of stock through the seasons, but they are also restocked weekly when available. Thursday is usually the best day of the week for finding plants in stock. Spring and Summer are generally the best seasons for availability.
Any product that is out of stock has an "Email me when a product is back in stock" button (shown above). Click the button and enter your email to be notified when it's available again. If this button isn't appearing, the plant may have very recently sold out - check back after a short while and the button should appear.
• Staff Answer
35%-70% isopropyl alcohol works well for killing both mealybugs and spider mites. Spray the affected plant thoroughly, and keep spraying daily until you see no more evidence of pests. General pest prevention strategies include:
- Using very gritty succulent soil and pots with drainage holes
- Providing lots of sunlight and airflow
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December 24, 2024 by Cheryl D. (Louisiana, United States)
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“Cute little plant can't wait for the colors to start!”
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“Asymmetrical but healthy.”
