Acer palmatum (syn. 'Chishio') 'SHISHIO' Japanese maple
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
1-2,5m
usual width
1-2,5m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
soil type
acidic (peaty)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
5b (down to -27°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Japanese maples are the „crème de la crème“ of every garden. A majestic looking tree needs no pruning at all and we recommend letting it form its own shape.
Description of the plant:
Shishio is a Japanese maple with surprisingly regular habit. Its branches grow upright in the angle of about 45 degrees forming a compact shrub. It looks great on a stem. The deciduous leaves are palmate, red when young, changing to medium green in summer and red again in autumn. Slow grower to about 2.5m. Pruning is not needed as it forms a dense and compact shrub even when young. It is an easy-care, hardy plant, which does not need much maintenance. For best leaf colouring it needs plenty of sun so make sure the roots are well mulched, too. Japanese maples prefer acidic to neutral soil, moist but well drained, semi-fertile. Owing to its reduced size it is suitable for small gardens and front yards, too. Fully hardy to -24°C (USDA zone 6), plants older than 5 year to -27°C (USDA zone 5).
Last update 20-02-2010
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