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Musa Basjoo Pup Separation: Wait for ⅓ Size

Timing

Pup is 8 inches with 3 leaves; parent is 7 ft tall. Too small to separate.

When Ready

Wait until pup is ⅓ parent height (~28 inches). Then use long-bladed spade: cut straight down parallel to parent pseudostem, pry outward, lift with roots intact.

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