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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:

Physical weed control, including mulching, or hand removal protects the watershed from harmful chemicals.

Integrated Pest Management:

Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.