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title: "I'm trying to grow a cutting of a elephant food bonsai. Is this the…"
description: "I'm trying to grow a cutting of a elephant food bonsai. Is this the correct way? If you have tips or advice feel free to share!"
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community: "Propagating & Sowing"
author: "Jarom"
published: "2025-08-15T22:42:49.938015Z"
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# I'm trying to grow a cutting of a elephant food bonsai. Is this the…

_Posted by Jarom on 2025-08-15_

I'm trying to grow a cutting of a elephant food bonsai. Is this the correct way? If you have tips or advice feel free to share!

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## 2 comments

### SWDK commented on 2025-08-15

I believe this is one way, and most likely it’ll take a month just to know for sure but allow that soil to be moist 1x. And check in 2wks for roots. Once roots establish I believe you have to still be moderate with the plant.🌱 🙏🏽

### Rich commented on 2025-08-16

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