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title: "How do I get this tiny cactus to grow roots?"
description: "How do I get this tiny cactus to grow roots?"
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community: "Anything about plants"
author: "K"
published: "2024-06-14T16:24:53.552565Z"
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# How do I get this tiny cactus to grow roots?

_Posted by K on 2024-06-14_

How do I get this tiny cactus to grow roots?

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## 6 comments

### Chrissy commented on 2024-06-14

Stick the bottom part into sandy soil.

#### K replied on 2024-06-14

Thanks!

### Honestorchid commented on 2024-06-14

Leave it out for a a couple weeks, when u see roots put it in the correct soil

#### K replied on 2024-06-14

Thanks!

### Sarah commented on 2024-06-14

Looks like its already growing some roots! Just stick the bottom into some soil and it should grow and keep the soil moist

#### K replied on 2024-06-14

Thanks!

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