Inventory Collection and Group by Needs
2 hoursCatalog each tree by species, pot size, light requirement, and last repot date.
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Catalog each tree by species, pot size, light requirement, and last repot date.
Apply balanced fertilizer at half strength every 2 weeks during growing season; monthly in winter.
Maintain 12–16 h light and water when substrate surface dries; increase humidity in dry months.
Repot ⅓ of collection each year; wire and prune on rotating schedule to avoid mass stress.
Calculate correct fertilizer dilution for year-round tropical bonsai feeding program.
Set collection-wide watering intervals adjusted for greenhouse humidity and season.
Position supplemental lighting for greenhouse trees during short winter days.
Schedule rotating repot program across the collection.
Feeding frequency by season.
| Season | Frequency | NPK Ratio | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | Every 2 weeks | 10-10-10 | Half |
| Summer | Every 2 weeks | 10-10-10 | Half |
| Autumn | Monthly | 3-10-10 | Half |
| Winter (warm) | Monthly | 3-10-10 | Quarter |
Quarantine new trees 2 weeks and inspect leaf axils — scale spreads rapidly in greenhouse warmth.
Reduce water and fertilizer when growth slows — roots still active but metabolism drops.
Poor airflow in sealed greenhouses causes fungal outbreaks — vent daily even in winter.