Shishigashira Japanese maple
Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size7 to 15 feet tall5 to 12 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Broad
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Reddish-purple
- Fall color
- Yes
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Shishigashira' Japanese maple (Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira') is a tree for specimen, accent, and woodland use. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It grows slowly into a broad shape, so give it room. Reddish-purple flowers open in early to late spring, and bees visit them.
Pairs well with Sassafras, Rising Sun Texas redbud, Bracken, and Garlic chives.