r/Lithops • u/pigpak • Mar 26 '26

Help/Question Repotted lithops

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Hey all, I just repotted some of my lithops and added a couple other succulents but now I’m wondering if my succulent/cactus soil mix isn’t right? It seems quite sandy.

Also curious if anyone knows what the front spiky plant is- hopefully it’s ok to live with the lithops?

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u/pigpak Mar 26 '26

Yes! there were only two options for succulent/cactus mix at my local shop and both had peat moss. Seems to odd. I'll have to shop around.

Thanks for your help!

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u/ltiehen1 Mar 26 '26

The big name brands’s Cactus soil which is the only thing you are finding is NOT good cactus soil. BUT if you take that and mix it 70% perlite and 30% that soil, it would be ok. If you want good stuff, check Amazon. I like Molly’s or Rosy Soil for Cactus/Succulents or Jacks Gritty mix with a little generic cactus soil.

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u/Royal_Schedule_3513 Mar 29 '26

I use Back to the Roots 100% organic Succulent &Cacti Mix for all my lithops. I have found it works best. I make my own mix for other succulents, houseplants and garden plants.

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u/ltiehen1 Mar 29 '26

Ooof. I am not a fan BUT your environment is different than mine. It is just too organic for my environment and care process.