Acer palmatum ‘O jishi’
Japanese Maple - Male Lion
A smaller, more compact version of ‘Shishigashira’ being half of the traditional size with leaves becoming a bit more flat as they mature. Closely conjested crinkly leaves emerge light green with a brown tip in the spring maturing to a deep green by summer. The foliage transitions to a yellow -orange colour in the fall. Grows 5′ high by 4′ wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Listed in Japan in the 1700's.
Synonymous
Acer palmatum 'Ojishi'
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light.
Soil: Well workable, moist but well draining slightly acidic soil. Dislikes heavy clay soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed, can be done during winter up until early August.
Group: Dwarf
