Serissa is a tiny evergreen shrub that can grow 50 cms tall. It was first spotted in Southeast Asia, amidst damp and moist open woodland. The leaves come in opposite sides. Funnel shaped flowers are often produced by the Serissa bonsai especially during the summer. Thus it earns the nickname “tree of a thousand stars.”

There is a wide variety of Serissa that is currently being cultivated targeted to bonsai enthusiasts. They are commondly found throughout Europe, especially in Britain. Serissa is famous for being hard maintenance especially to bonsai newbies. They have the tendency to drop their leaves, sometimes even turning yellow, when the proper growing conditions aren't followed.

Since they come from a subtropical location, Serissa bonsai has to be grown at a temperature that is below 7 degree Celsius. Indoor cultivation is highly suggested when the bonsai enthusiast is considering of growing Serissa.

It important that the Serissa tree also gets a couple of weeks outside so that it can get the day and night temperature it needs. Just remember to bring it indoors when the temperature drops right below 7 degree Celsius, be it day or night. You have to look for a bright position for your plant. Make sure that it isn't too sunny.

For some reason, serissa bonsai don't like to be continuously wet from watering. They prefer that their roots be moist instead. Thus, the watering process of a serissa bonsai is by checking the dry compost once in a while. Water it thoroughly but don't drain it too much. It is alright to water the Serissa bonsai on a daily basis but check if the plant requires misting.

Remove the serissa’s suckers by styling the trunk in such a way that it becomes multiple. Prune one or two leaves of the bonsai in order to shape it properly.

If the Serissa bonsai is yellowing, it is prone to diseases and pests. By properly placing the bonsai on a moist and well-regulated place with the right temperature, then there is no need to worry because the right humidity can help keep diseases and pests away from the Serissa.

If you are wondering what the proper way to style a Serissa is, wonder no more. Any style can do as long as it can grow its small or medium size – which is 50 cms tall.

Because some Serissa tend to have think trunks, get a pot that is shallow in order for the plant to appropriately grow in its container. For aesthetic purposes, you can also get one that has a decoration.

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The Ficus Bonsai is one of the most popular bonsai. They are naturally small so pruning is easier and are great to keep indoors.

Some types of Ficus Bonsai: The Golf Ball Ficus (Ficus Benjamina); Root Over Rock Ficus, Chinese bonsai, Taiwan Ficus (Banyan Fig) The Curved Shaped Trunk and more.

Tips:

Let it dry between waterings. Stick your finger into the soil to determine when to water next. You could soak the bonsai in the sink with the water up over the roots for 10 minutes and then let the water drain out.

Use organic fertilizers and locate the bonsai wherever every you like. It can tolerate a large variation in lighting conditions.

Use a humidity tray with rocks to ensure adequate humidity.

Always keep the Ficus indoors during the winter. And be sure it is in a well lighted area during this season.

Repot every two years. Do the repotting during the spring and make sure that it has ample water to encourage new root growth. During the first few weeks after repotting keep it in a shady area for recovery.

The Ficus Bonsai is a winner so try one now.

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Juniper Bonsai are rapid growers and respond easily to training. This non-flowering evergreen has long branches for easy styling. They can be grown indoors or outdoors but should be kept outside during its dormant winter season.

There are many varieties of Juniper Bonsai - Japanese Garden Junipers, Shimpaku, Chinese Junipers, Green Mound - are just some of the different varieties.

Your Juniper will require watering on a regular basis. Test the soil for moisture daily. Add water as needed. Do not let the roots stand in water for long periods of time. And also don't let the soil dry out for very long either. Over time you will work out a watering schedule.

Give your Juniper Bonsai filtered sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight.

Purchase an organic liquid fertilizer for your Bonsai. Follow the directions. Consider fertilizing it once every two weeks in the spring and fall.

Repot it every two years when it is young and every three to five years once it's five or six years old. Do your repotting during the spring or fall. After repotting place it in a cool and shady spot to recover.

In the winter let it cool down to under 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Protect it from dry winds and extreme cold.

A Juniper Bonsai will give you years of pleasure. So try one and see.

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