Growth Type Summary Table

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🌿 (A1) Growing in Singapore Tropical Weather 🌿

Rooftop & Balcony Container Crop Planning Guide
(新加坡阳台 / 屋顶蔬菜种植快速参考表)

🌾 Preparation of tub/pot/ground

Companion Plant Combos – Color-Coded by Sunlight

Tub Size W x L x H (cm)	Suggested Combination  类别组合	Sunlight Needs  (日照需求)	Quick Notes (备注)
30×60×40	Chye Sim 菜心 + Coriander 芫荽 + Long Spring Onion 长青葱	4–6 h / partial sun	Shallow roots; fast harvest; compatible leafy greens and herbs.
30×60×40	Mint 薄荷 + Chili 辣椒 + Lady’s Finger 羊角豆	Mint 4–6 h + Chili & Lady Finger 6–8 h	Mint repels pests; sun-loving crops take center; monitor shading.
40×60×40	Tomato 番茄 + Basil 罗勒 + Spring Onion 青葱	Tomato 6–8 h + Basil 4–6 h & Onion 4–6 h	Classic pest-repelling combo; basil benefits tomato; onions on edges.
40×60×40	Ginger 姜 + Chye Sim 菜心	4–6 h partial sun	Ginger occupies lower soil; greens above in early stage; avoid overcrowding.
60×60×40	Long Bean 长豆  + Cabbage 包菜 / Broccoli / Cauliflower / Kale / Brussels Sprouts  + Coriander 芫荽	Long Bean 6–8 h + Cabbage 6+ h + Coriander 4–6 h	Beans climb; cabbage covers soil; coriander edges; watch sunlight exposure.
60×80×45	Brinjal 茄子 + Mint 薄荷 + Onion 长青葱	Brinjal 6–8 h + Mint 4–6 h & Onion 4–6 h	Mint deters insects; onions at edges; brinjal in center.

They all share:

• Medium-deep roots

• Same nutrient demand (heavy feeders → need compost/fertilizer)

• Similar pest family (avoid planting again in the same spot too soon)

• Same light range (≈ 6 hours full sun)

🌿 (A2) Rooftop & Balcony Container Crop Guide

 (新加坡阳台 / 屋顶蔬菜种植)

No.	Suggested Combination Types 种植组合 类别	Minimum Pot & Trellis Size (cm) L×W×H	Soil Volume (L) Soil Mix  (土壤配比)	Sunlight Requirement  (日照需求)	Notes (备注)
No.	New Crop Combo 新作物组合	Pot size  Trellis info L×W×H(cm)	Soil volume (L) Soil mix here	Sunlight hour	Notes here
1	Ginger 姜 + Chye Sim 菜心 + Coriander 芫荽 + Spring Onion 长青葱	40×30×25 No trellis	soil volume (liters) 15–20 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	4–6 h	Shallow wide tub; ginger at soil; leafy greens on top or edge; fast harvest.
2	Brassica oleracea: large head vegetables Cabbage  包菜 / 卷心菜 / Cauliflower  花椰菜 / 高丽菜花 + Broccoli 芥兰菜花 / 西兰花 leafy type / Kale  羽衣甘蓝 / 芥兰菜 bud type / Brussels Sprouts 抱子甘蓝 / 芥兰菜球. + Coriander 芫荽	40×30×30 No trellis	soil volume (liters) 12–15 L 50% soil + 40% compost + 10% sand	6+ h	Single plant per pot; leafy companion herbs at edges. Brassica oleracea family requires  Cool-season, full sun, rich soil, similar pest/disease control Avoid planting all brassicas in one pot to reduce nutrient competition and pest spread.
3	Chili 辣椒 + Basil 罗勒 + Onion 长青葱	40×30×30 Stake 0.8–1 m	soil volume (liters) 12–15 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Good companion planting; sun-loving crops center, herbs edges.
4	Potato 马铃薯 + Sweet Potato 番薯	40×40×30 No trellis	soil volume (liters) 18–20 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% cocopeat	6+ h	Hill up soil as it grows; trailing vines; moderate sun.
5	Eggplant 茄子 + Lady’s Finger 羊角豆 + Mint 薄荷	45×35×40 Stake (pillar) / Trellis 1–1.5 m	soil volume (liters) 18–20 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Center fruiting plant; herbs at edges; full sun required.
6	Mint 薄荷 + Chili 辣椒 + Lady’s Finger 羊角豆	60×30×40 Stake (pillar) 1 m	soil volume (liters) 15 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Mint repels pests; sun-loving crops center; watch shading.
7	Tomato 番茄 + Basil 罗勒 + Spring Onion 长青葱	60×40×40 Trellis 1.5 m H	soil volume (liters) 18 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% cocopeat / perlite	6–8 h	Center plant; companion planting benefits; prune regularly.
8	Brinjal 茄子 + Mint 薄荷 + Onion 长青葱	60×40×40 Stake 1–1.5 m	soil volume (liters) 18L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Brinjal in center; herbs at edges; sunlight to fruiting plant.
9	Long Bean 长豆 + Cabbage 包菜 + Coriander 芫荽	60×40×40 Trellis 2 m H × 0.8 m W	soil volume (liters) 15–18 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Beans climb; cabbage covers soil; coriander edges.
10	Winged Bean 翼豆 + Snake Bean 蛇豆 + Hyacinth Bean 扁豆	60×35×40 Trellis 2 m H × 1 m W	soil volume (liters) 18–20 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Strong trellis; sun-loving legumes; monitor water.
11	Pumpkin 南瓜  Calabash 葫芦   Winter Melon 冬瓜	60×60×45 = about 160 L  ( 0.162 cubic Meter or 162000 centimeters3) Trellis optional; crawl freely	soil volume (liters) 30–40 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% sand	6–8 h	Vine-type plant; can crawl on roof; support fruits with mesh sling.
12	Grapes 葡萄	60×40×50 Top Trellis 2×2 m	soil volume (liters) 25–30 L 40% soil + 40% compost + 20% perlite	6–8 h	Train vines to rooftop; prune yearly; dwarf varieties preferred.
13	Banana 香蕉 (Dwarf)	60×60×60 Stake center	soil volume (liters) 50 L ↑ 50% soil + 40% compost + 10% sand	6–8 h	One per tub; needs support & water; full sun.
14	Papaya 木瓜 (Dwarf)	60×60×60 Stake center	soil volume (liters) 50 L ↑ 50% soil + 40% compost + 10% sand	6–8 h	Dwarf or solo type preferred; full sun.
New No.	New Crop Combo / 新作物组合	Pot size  Trellis info W×L×H(cm)	Soil volume (L) Soil mix here	Sunlight hour	Notes here

🌿(A3) Growing Brassica  (芸苔属)

🌾Brassica oleracea family

requires Cool-season, full sun, rich soil, similar pest/disease control

Avoid planting all brassicas in one pot to reduce nutrient competition and pest spread.

Common Name	Scientific Variety Category	Quick Notes (备注)
Cabbage                 包菜	Brassica oleracea var. capitata  – Large Head Vegetables	Forms a tight leafy head
Cauliflower          白菜花	Brassica oleracea var. botrytis – Large Head Vegetables	White curd (flower head)
Broccoli              芥兰菜花	Brassica oleracea var. italica – Large Head Vegetables	Green flower buds
Kale                    芥兰菜	Brassica oleracea var. sabellica – Leafy Type	Doesn’t form head
Brussels Sprouts    芥兰菜球	Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera – Bud Type	Forms small mini-cabbages on stem

🌿(A4) Crawling Plants

Crawling Plants
Plant	Stem Type Vine (藤)	fruit weight	Roots Trellis/ support	Trellis / support exit direction / placement	Notes
Grape Tree 葡萄藤 lifecycle:  perennial i.e., many years (10 to 30 years) depending on variety, care, and growing conditions.	tall, hard,, thick woody tree trunk  matured grapevine can be up to 10 cm thick	Medium	Strong Trellis long-term center plant in pot	Toward #02 roof Can produce fruit reliably for many years once established.	Annual pruning required to maintain productivity.
Watermelon 🍉 西瓜 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	Soft, hollow, strong creeping vine	Heavy (5–15 kg for large types) sprawling	Root Shallow but vigorous; spreads widely,  not suitable for pot. usually grows on ground, difficult to support in small pots. Needs wide area for vines	Creeper; heavy fruits need space to lie on ground or strong slings if elevated Usually stays on the ground; rarely trellised in home gardens because fruit is heavy	Sunlight: Full Sun Needs wide space; high water requirement; can compete for nutrients with other plants in the same pot
Pumpkin 南瓜 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	soft, hollow	Heavy	Trellis or crawl	Toward #02 roof	Use sling or net for each fruit; prune excess runners
Winter Melon 🍈 冬瓜 Annual - completes life cycle in 4-6 months  Similar to pumpkin in growth habit.	Soft, hollow, flexible; light vine	Medium to heavy (2–8 kg)	Root: Shallow, spreads from base	Trellis (sling needed) or crawl Climbs or creeps, lighter and easier to manage on trellis. lighter fruit than watermelon; suitable for trellis	Sunlight: Full Sun Good for vertical training; climbs up trellis nicely Tie individual fruits; prune trailing vines
Cantaloupe 🍈 蜜瓜  Hami Melon  哈密瓜 Annual - completes life cycle in 4-6 months	Soft, green, flexible vine;  slightly hairy;	Medium (~1–3 kg) Light fruits;  keep fruit off soil to prevent rot,	Root:  Shallow, spreads from base can be grown in a smaller pot allowed to creep or climb lightly	Creeping vine(藤); Trellis or crawl; can climb if trellis provided but usually spreads on the ground Can crawl on roof/trellis; lighter than pumpkin/watermelon, easier to trellis or hang.	Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours) Needs warm full sun, sunny conditions;  light creeper, similar to winter melon, safe for trellis or crawling over roof.
Calabash 葫芦瓜 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	Soft, hollow vine	Medium	Trellis or crawl	Toward roof or side wall	Tie gently; can hang fruit; grows fast
Luffa / Sponge Gourd 丝瓜 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	Soft, hollow	Medium	Trellis	Toward roof	Tie gently; fast grower; harvest fruits young or mature for sponge
Snake Gourd Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	Soft, flexible	Medium	Trellis	Toward roof	Vine climbs easily; fruits hang well
Bitter Gourd 苦瓜 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	Soft, thin vine	Light	Trellis	Toward roof or trellis	Thin vine; sensitive to bruising; harvest early
Cucumber 黄瓜/老黄瓜 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months 不与南瓜番茄参	Soft, flexible vine	Light	Trellis or net 主蔓结瓜 落蔓： 剪掉底下的旧叶子，把高的放下来。	Toward roof or trellis	Vine can be guided; keep fruit supported harvest regularly
Long Bean  Yard long 长豆 Annual – completes life cycle in 4–6 months	Soft, flexible vine	Light pods	Trellis or fence	Toward floor trellis / west sun screen	Quick climber; harvest regularly west sun screen

🌿(A5) Dragon Pot Creeper / Climber and tall plants

Dragon Pot Creeper / Climber & Tall Plants
Plant / Item	Life Cycle	Stem Type	Fruit Weight	Support / Trellis	Notes
Grape Tree	Perennial – 10–30+ years	Woody, thick trunk	Medium	Strong trellis	Prune annually; long-term center plant in pot
Pumpkin	Annual	Soft, hollow vine	Heavy	Trellis or crawl	Use sling or net for each fruit; prune excess runners
Winter Melon	Annual	Soft, hollow vine	Medium to heavy	Trellis or crawl	Tie individual fruits; prune trailing vines
Calabash (葫芦)	Annual	Soft, hollow vine	Medium	Trellis or crawl	Can hang fruits; grows fast; tie gently
Long Bean / Yardlong Bean	Annual	Soft, flexible vine	Light pods	Trellis or fence	Quick climber; harvest regularly; west sun screen
蜜瓜 / 哈密瓜 (Melons)	Annual	Soft, flexible vine	Medium (1–3 kg)	Trellis or crawl	Light fruits; keep off soil to prevent rot; warm full sun
Bitter Gourd	Annual	Soft, thin vine	Light	Trellis	Thin vine; sensitive to bruising; harvest early
Cucumber	Annual	Soft, flexible vine	Light	Trellis or net	Guide vine; support fruits; harvest regularly

🌿(B1) Growing Companion

一起成长 相辅相成
Plant / Item	Best Companion 最佳良伴	Root System	Effects	Results
Tomatoes          番茄 不与黄瓜土豆（马铃薯）参	Green Onions 青葱 长葱	The Roots of the green onions produce/release a type of sulfur compound that disrupt the self structures of the bacteria causing tomato wilt (枯萎）, offering great protection against this diseases.	strong scent of green onions repels pests, reduce insect damage to tomatoes.	better disease resistant higher yield
Lettuces	Broccoli
Carrots	Snap Peas

🌿(B2)  Plants that should not grow together

天生的死对头
Plant / Item	天敌	过程	效果
辣椒	豆角	炭疽病传染得非常快	豆角长满烂板
黄瓜	南瓜	叶子黄，不开花
黄瓜	番茄	分泌毒素抑制对方生长	畸形果实 减产 未结果先枯死
土豆 （马铃薯）	番茄	是仇家，相互下毒	两个都死

🌿（B3) Plants that share common pest

同病相怜
Plant / Item	Pests	Solutions	Applications	Results
Tomatoes Peppers Cucumbers	Aphids 蚜虫	50 g white vinegar 50 g salt 50 g baking soda 4 gallons of water	spray on the vegetables every seven days x 3 applications	repel pest  increase yield no residue
Chili Always plant 2 seedlings together, the entangled roots help their stability by supporting each other. Help Pollination.	PEST PREVENTION 15 g baking soda 15 g dish soap 15 kg of water	AFTER FLOWERING ROOT DEVELOPMENT IRRIGATION 30 g brown sugar 30 liters of water	Spray on the leaves once a week	Robust Growth with abundant yields Prevent pest and diseases
Prevent Pest		before planting, sprinkle some lime powder over the soil.	improve soil, balance pH. help plants grow stronger.	eliminate cabbage worms and snails.  they will vanish over night.

🌿(B4) Nature Fertilizer

自然肥
Plant / Item	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4	Column 5	Column 6
驱虫剂	防虫害
氮肥	预防黄叶掉叶	黄豆泡水
磷肥	鸡蛋壳	鸡蛋壳
钾肥	枝干长粗壮	淘米水
	生根液	红糖兑水

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