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Shishigashira Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira'

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Overview

Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira', with its unique crinkled, deep green leaves, is a compact Japanese Maple prized for its sculptural, slow-growing habit. This tree reaches up to 15 feet in height and 10 feet in width, offering stunning fall colors ranging from gold to orange-red. Ideal for small gardens and containers, it thrives in zones 5-9, requiring partial to full sun and well-draining soil. Perfect for creating striking focal points in diverse landscapes.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or confined spaces
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — almost dragon-scale appearanceShishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — Shishigashira matures to a height of approximately 10 to 15 feet and spreads 6 to 10 feetShishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — is a compact Japanese Maple prized for its sculpturalShishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — offering stunning fall colors ranging from gold to orange-redShishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — requiring partial to full sun and well-draining soilShishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — Come fall, expect a vibrant display of gold, orange, and crimson hues+8

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
12–15 Ft.
Mature width
8–10 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or confined spaces
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — almost dragon-scale appearance
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — Shishigashira matures to a height of approximately 10 to 15 feet and spreads 6 to 10 feet
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — is a compact Japanese Maple prized for its sculptural
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — offering stunning fall colors ranging from gold to orange-red
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — requiring partial to full sun and well-draining soil
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — Come fall, expect a vibrant display of gold, orange, and crimson hues
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — deep green color through the spring and summer months
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — commonly known as Shishigashira Japanese Maple
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — This tree reaches up to 15 feet in height and 10 feet in width
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — The tree's visual appeal is further enhanced by its tightly clustered leaves
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — Perfect for creating striking focal points in diverse landscapes
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — is a captivating addition to any landscape design
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — Ideal for small gardens and containers
Shishigashira Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Shishigashira') — This unique cultivar is celebrated for its compact growth habit and distinctive foliage
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