Acer palmatum 'Shindeshojo' |
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Japanese Maple |
This magnificent plant can used as a small tree or shrub. It is deciduous with graceful leaves which have a scarlet color in spring as it leafs out. During the summer, the leaves turn green with white flecks. Then they turn orange or yellow during the fall. It is slow growing to 20', and requires shelter from hot winds.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Green, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bronze, Green, Dark Green, Light Green, Yellow Green, Orange, Red, Yellow, Variegated
Bark Color
Brown, Green, Grey, Red, Striped, Tan
Fruit Color
Orange, Red
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.