Acer palmatum 'Shishi Gashira'

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Shishi Gashira Japanese Maple

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Don Syrek

 

Description

This magnificient 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. They turn orange or yellow in fall. During the summer months, the leaves are dark green and look specular and breath-taking. It is slow growing to 20'. It requires shelter from winds.

 

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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

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Take your 'My List' Hydrozone Report to a landscape designer, or local nursery, when selecting and purchasing plants.