{"product_id":"pink-snow-rose-serissa-serissa-foetida-pink-snow-rose","title":"Pink Snow Rose Serissa - Serissa foetida 'Pink Snow Rose'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Snow Rose Serissa (\u003cem\u003eSerissa foetida\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Snow Rose') is a small, hardy, flowering shrub about 60cm high and 40cm wide. Tiny dark green leaves are almost hidden from spring to autumn under delicate, starry, soft pink flowers. It is compact enough for a rockery, border or pot, and it is also a favourite for bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers for most of the year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Starry soft pink blooms cover the plant from spring to autumn, a long and generous show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat and compact.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 60cm high and 40cm wide it suits small gardens and tight beds, and it holds its shape without much help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine, dark green foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiny leaves make a dense backdrop that sets off the pink flowers and looks tidy even out of bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMany ways to grow it.\u003c\/strong\u003e It does well in the ground, in pots and as bonsai, so one plant can fit nearly any garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and straightforward.\u003c\/strong\u003e A sturdy little shrub that keeps flowering with simple care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and low borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart and the plants touch as they mature, forming a soft, flowery edge. Mulch between them to keep the roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e A glazed pot of serissa by a door or on a balcony gives months of flower. Use a good potting mix with plenty of organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBonsai.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tiny leaves and fine branching make it an excellent bonsai subject. Prune after flowering to shape it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Snow Rose Serissa in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. It suits subtropical, warm temperate and Mediterranean gardens, and it tolerates only a light frost. In colder areas grow it in a pot that can be moved to shelter, or plant it against a warm wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil rich in organic matter is ideal. Dig in compost at planting time, and in pots use a quality potting mix with plenty of humus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch the roots, and water well, especially during dry periods. Do not let the root ball dry out completely, because serissa can drop its leaves when stressed. A light feed in spring helps flower production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to keep the shape compact and to shape a bonsai. Light trimming is all it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pink Snow Rose Serissa as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Expect a small plant with tiny leaves on arrival, and flowers once it has settled into warm weather. Plant it in rich, well drained soil or pot it on straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on the page, and the notify button emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003ePlants that suit rockeries\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-small-gardens\"\u003ePlants for small gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/border-brilliance-low-growing-plant-ideas\"\u003eLow growing plants for garden borders\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-plants\"\u003eMore flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it as a bonsai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its tiny leaves and dense branching make it a popular bonsai plant. Prune after flowering and keep the roots moist but not soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it smell?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name 'foetida' refers to a faint unpleasant smell given off when the leaves are crushed. You will only notice it if you bruise or prune the foliage, and gloves help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly a light frost. In colder climates grow it in a pot and shelter it through the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790884995391,"sku":"SER-FOE-PINKSN-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pink-snow-rose-serissa-serissa-foetida-pink-snow-rose.jpg?v=1792211635","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pink-snow-rose-serissa-serissa-foetida-pink-snow-rose","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}