Acer palmatum ‘Shishigashira’

Acer palmatum ‘Shishigashira’

Japanese Maple - Lion's Head

A favourite among many! This slow growing Japanese Maple has congested stubby crinkly foliage arranged tightly on branches. New small foliage emerges bright green fading to a more darker green by summer and transitioning to a yellow fall colour with hints of crimson infused. Upright, growing 6′ high by 3′ wide in a 10 year period.

Additional information

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Exposure

Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun

Zone

6

Origin

Parentage unknown. Cultivated since 1882.

Synonymous

Acer palmatum 'Mejishi', Acer palmatum 'Ribesifolium'

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: Palmatum