Lithops karasmontana 'Top Red'
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Lithops karasmontana 'Red Top': A smooth grey Lithops with a burnt red top. Keep it on the swollen side to see the best display of these contrasting colors. It produces snow white blooms when well cared for.
Yellow flowers usually emerge in autumn followed by splitting to reveal a new, inner pair of leaves. The inner leaf pair get all the water they need from the older, outer pair. The soil must be kept dry to allow the outer leaf pair to wither and fall off. Lithops can be challenging plants to grow, but here are some pointers to help you along the way:
- Transplant into deep pots with drainage holes. We recommend looking for a pot that's narrow but 4" or deeper and only planting one Lithops per pot
- Use gritty, well-draining soil, such as 80% mineral grit and 20% organic matter
- Grow in full sun or on a very sunny window sill
- Water in the fall and spring growing seasons, waiting for deep wrinkling before watering again
- Do not water in winter or when a Lithops is splitting
- Begin spring watering only when the older, outer leaves have shriveled into paper-thin sheets
- Water very sparingly in summer ONLY if you notice severe wrinkling on the top; wrinkles on sides are a normal part of their annual cycle and not an indicator that they should be watered
For more information on this rare species, check out Lithops.info or our Guide to Cultivating Lithops.
Product Size
2.0" Pot
Current Primary Color
Silver
All Seasonal Colors
Red
Bloom Color
White 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, Slow Grower
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
10
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Popular Questions
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Yes, most pots have just one Lithops Living Stone plant in them, but occasionally there'll be smaller, bonus Living Stones surrounding the main plant.
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Yes, for a beginner we recommend planting each of these in its own pot. They have finicky, seasonal watering schedules and it can be difficult to keep them in a single pot when they're at different stages of needing water or needing to stay dry. That said, they both like VERY gritty soil (like this Bonsai Jack Gritty Mix) and lots of sunshine, so advanced growers do manage to grow them together in a single pot just fine.
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For most growers, we recommend planting each Lithops in its own pot, because it makes them much easier to care for. They have finicky, seasonal watering schedules and it can be difficult to grow multiple in a single pot when they're at different stages of needing water or needing to stay dry. That said, it is possible to grow multiple Lithops in a single pot, especially if they are synced up or for advanced growers.
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We can better diagnose this if you email us a photo and indicate which leaves are shrinking at info@mountaincrestgardens.com. Please include answers to the following questions as well:
Growing conditions (full sun, part sun, filtered sun, indoors, outdoors, etc.) Soil used for planting Watering schedule Does the container have a hole for drainage?
Growing conditions (full sun, part sun, filtered sun, indoors, outdoors, etc.) Soil used for planting Watering schedule Does the container have a hole for drainage?
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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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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…
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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.
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