Commiphora harveyi can be cultivated in most areas of South Africa, but not in areas where frost is prominent, as it is frost sensitive.

Commiphora harveyi is relatively easy to propagate from seed and even easier from large cuttings (truncheons). This species is said to have been used to make living fences by inserting truncheons in the ground. When propagating vegetatively, prepare river sand, coarse bark, sterile seed trays and provide a warm, humid, moist environment. A rooting hormone is not necessary. Take cuttings from a healthy, pest- and disease-free motherstock, using a sterilised, sharp cutting tool, preferably in the coolest part of the day when the plant is at its most vigorous. Lay coarse bark at the bottom of the seed tray for better drainage and fill up with river sand and use a mixture of sterilising agent before inserting the truncheons. Make truncheon cuttings of about 300 to 600 mm long and 20 to 30 mm in diameter.. Remove two thirds of the leaves from the bottom to reduce loss of water through transpiration. Cut below the node were active cell division takes place, make a slanting cut above the node at the top of the truncheon to prevent water from causing dieback. Insert the cutting in the sand and place the cuttings in a warm, humid, moist area and rooting will take place within 3 to 4 weeks.

Once sufficient roots have formed, transplant the cuttings into nursery pots or bags using a soil mixture of 50:50 river sand and sifted bark. Water well and harden off in a semi-shaded area with free flowing air and apply a suitable slow release fertiliser to promote further growth. When the branches and leaves have been sufficiently formed, the plant can be planted in the garden. It is best suited to water-wise gardens or can be used as a garden feature along with small shrubs and can also be trained to be a bonsai.