Serissa Variegated-P120 《 六月雪》

🌸 Why You’ll Love Serissa Variegated:

• Petite star-shaped flowers that bloom repeatedly

• Beautifully variegated foliage with soft color contrast

• Ideal for bonsai, tabletops, or small gardens

🌿 Serissa foetida ‘Variegata’ (Variegated Serissa / Snow Rose) – Care Tips

Serissa foetida ‘Variegata’ is a delicate, small-leaved shrub known for its white-edged variegated foliage and charming star-shaped white or pale pink flowers that bloom prolifically throughout the year. Often used as a bonsai specimen, it’s beloved for its compact growth, ornamental appeal, and refined structure.

☀️ Light

• Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun.

• Outdoors: partial to full sun (morning sun is ideal).

• Indoors: place near a bright window (east or south-facing).

• Insufficient light = leggy growth and fewer flowers.

💧 Watering

• Likes evenly moist soil, but never soggy.

• Water when the top 1–2 cm of soil feels dry.

• Sensitive to overwatering and underwatering—either can cause leaf drop.

• Reduce watering slightly in cooler months.

🌱 Soil

• Requires well-draining soil with good aeration.

• Bonsai mix or a blend of potting soil, sand, and perlite works well.

• Avoid compact or water-retentive soil.

💦 Humidity

• Prefers moderate humidity.

• Mist occasionally indoors to counteract dry air, especially in air-conditioned rooms.

🌡️ Temperature

• Optimal range: 18–27°C (65–80°F).

• Sensitive to cold—protect from drafts and temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

• Can be grown outdoors year-round in tropical/subtropical zones.

🍃 Fertilizer

• Feed every 2–3 weeks during spring and summer with balanced liquid fertilizer.

• Reduce feeding in autumn/winter.

• For bonsai: use bonsai-specific fertilizer at half strength.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Responds well to regular trimming to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.

• Great for shaping as a bonsai or compact ornamental shrub.

• Remove faded blooms and yellow leaves to keep tidy.

⚠️ Notes:

• May drop leaves when stressed (change in light, water, or repotting)—usually recovers with stable care.

• Lightly scented foliage may emit a slightly unpleasant odor when bruised (hence the name foetida).

🌸 Styling Ideas:

• Stunning as a bonsai on a tray table, in rock gardens, or border edges.

• Combines beautifully with moss, pebbles, and miniature accessories in a zen-inspired display.

Add year-round charm and botanical refinement with the delicate beauty of Serissa Variegated—a miniature wonder that thrives with gentle care.