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Acer palmatum 'Shindeshojo'

Shindeshojo Japanese Maple

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Information by:         Photographer: Don Syrek

 

Description

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.

 

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.