Serissa

Serissa japonica

Also called · Snow rose · tree of a thousand stars

A small-leaved shrub covered in tiny white flowers. A favourite for bonsai.

LightMorning sun
WaterWhen the top is dry
WhereBalcony or porch

Care tag · 143

“It hates change. Keep it in one bright spot with steady watering.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Bright light with morning sun.
  2. 02

    Water

    When the top of the soil is dry. Never let it dry out completely.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Well-draining potting or bonsai mix.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    Slow-release fertiliser every 3 months.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)
    • Slow-release fertiliser (Osmocote)
    • A pot with a drainage hole

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Leaves dropping suddenly

    Moved, dried out or too wet. Keep it steady and it grows back.

  • Long shoots

    Trim them to keep the shape.

Balcony or porch

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