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Shindeshojo Japanese Maple
Shindeshojo Japanese Maple

Common name:Shindeshojo Japanese Maple
Botanical name:Acer palmatum 'Shindeshojo'

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. During the summer, the leaves turn green with white flecks, later turning orange or yellow during the fall. It is slow growing to 20', and requires shelter from hot winds.

Designer: Laurie Sager & Associates

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Photographer: David Gibb Photography

Soils and Compost:

Maintain a two to four inch layer of mulch on the soil surface to reduce weeds, infiltrate rain water, and reduce compaction.

Water-Saving Tip:

An easy water-wise improvement in lawn areas is to change high output spray sprinkler nozzles to low-flow rotators.

You'll have less runoff and be less likely to apply more water than is needed.

Integrated Pest Management:

Develop healthy soil for plants that are vigorous and naturally pest-resistant.