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The Serissa is not easy to care for however (unlike the Ulmus or Zelkova, etc.) and therefore better suitable for experienced growers, the reason being that the tree is very sensitive to changes in watering /location /temperature. Stability of conditions is key!
Position: Much sunlight is necessary, choose a spot where the tree doesn’t need to be relocated and at a constant temperature. Minimum temperature is about 10 degrees Celsius (50F).
Watering: Water the tree regularly, it should never dry out. Mist it daily if no flowers are growing. If the tree drops it leaves (because you replaced it, temperatures changed, etc.) continue but slightly decrease watering.
Feeding: Fertilize lightly about once or twice monthly in the growth season.
Pruning: The Serissa can withstand aggressive pruning, also on old wood.
Repotting: Repot the tree once every two years, not that the roots (just like the branches) smell when they are being pruned. Use a normal soil mixture.
Propagation: Cuttings is the easiest way to propagate Serissa trees.
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