Acer palmatum – Shishigashira / Lionshead Maple

$130.00$230.00

Description

Acer palmatum – Shishigashira / Lions Head Maple

 

HEIGHT: 2.0-3.0m

WIDTH: 1.5-2.0m

*height & width at maturity

FORM: Compact branching, vase shaped becoming rounded

FOLIAGE: The dark-green leaves are borne densely along the branches and have a curled margin.  The foliage turns golden-orange to red in the autumn.

FLOWERS: Indistinct 

DESCRIPTION: A great feature tree for small gardens, also looks nice planted in groups with other maples, Japanese gardens, rockeries, containers, courtyards, bonsai and general garden planting.

LANDSCAPE USES: Feature, Japanese Garden

TOLERANCES: Grow in full sun to part shade.  Prefers moist, well drained soil and protection from hot winds.

TREE CARE: Cultivate well before planting with compost/cow manure and mulch well after planting. Water regularly but be careful not to over water.