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Question: How much watts should my indoor bonsai get?

(Posted by: monkey face on 2007-08-31 09:37:59)

I got a Serissa, and Brush Cherry bonsai, i also bought a 17watt light from Home Depot for indoor plants. Is it enough for both plants, I leave it on from 6am til 6pm(is it Okay). And is it okay to give it water every day, and i give it liquid fertilizer every week. And how will i know when to prune the leaves and roots, and when should i change the soil.Both are about 8- 12 in tall.

Posted by: Carlie S on 2007-08-31, 09:57:59

I'm not sure about the wattage, but most indoor bonsais need bright light but not direct sun light. As for the watering, it needs moist compost all the time, but not wet, you don't want the roots to become waterlogged. Moist air is also vital, you may want to get a spray bottle full of water (if you don't already have one) and mist them daily. Feeding them every 2-6 weeks is sufficient, but if they're doing OK with the weekly feeding I'd stick with it. It's best to prune them every 2 years in the spring by removing some of the old compost and 1 third of the roots.