Water sparingly only when the substrate is completely dry. Overwatering is the most common cause of Lithops hookeri death. Allow soil to dry out thoroughly between waterings, especially during dormancy.

Reduce watering significantly in winter.

Pruning is generally not required for Lithops hookeri. Remove any dead or decaying leaves to prevent fungal issues. The plant naturally sheds old leaves as it grows new ones. Avoid cutting healthy tissue.

Propagation is primarily done through seed. Sow seeds in a well-draining, gritty mix and keep moist and warm.

Division is also possible by carefully separating offset pups from the parent plant, ensuring each has roots before repotting.

Repot Lithops hookeri every 2-3 years, or when the pot becomes too small. Use a very gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix.

Repot after the plant has finished flowering and before new growth begins, usually in late summer or early autumn.