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title: "Hi lithops group, I was wondering were you would get one? And if I…"
description: "Hi lithops group, I was wondering were you would get one? And if I was to get one what are the basics or tips!"
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community: "Lithops Lovers"
author: "Rhaine"
published: "2023-12-05T20:04:43.655Z"
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# Hi lithops group, I was wondering were you would get one? And if I…

_Posted by Rhaine on 2023-12-05_

Hi lithops group, I was wondering were you would get one? And if I was to get one what are the basics or tips!

## 6 comments

### GreenLeaf commented on 2023-12-05

You usually can find them at your local nursery. I’ve never seen them in any big box stores like Home Depot or anything.

\- they have deep root systems, so shallow pots won’t work. Standard terracotta pots work well.  
\- EXTREMELY well draining soil that doesn’t retain much moisture  
\- only water when they’re showing signs of being thirsty. This could be months.  
\- lots of light

They can be finicky and easy to kill, but are a super hands off plant that needs zero maintenance or attention. They took me a bit to get the hang of, but now are some of my favorite plants in my collection.

#### Dave\_opuntiaface replied on 2023-12-06

The deepest! I collect the Edible Arrangements containers for my deep pot needs.

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#### Dave\_opuntiaface replied on 2023-12-06

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### Dave\_opuntiaface commented on 2023-12-06

I haven’t seen any in Home Depot this year, but that’s where I purchased all of mine. My opinion, but I think the supplier realized the demand for Lithops because they went from 4 or 5 to 2 plants per pot. Where I do see them occasionally is boutiques, but still rare. Some on here have ordered from Etsy.

#### Dave\_opuntiaface replied on 2023-12-06

These are Home Depot. But please note that I am a relentless treasure hunter, and Lithops isn’t the first thing I’ve had to search out :)

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### catherine commented on 2023-12-12

lowes has them for 4.95!

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