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Japanese Maple - Dissectum Shojo Shidare

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2 M
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Botanical Name:
Acer palmatum Dissectum Shojo Shidare
Common Name:
Japanese Maple - Dissectum Shojo Shidare
Description:
A spectacular small feature tree with dense, mounded weeping form on a 1.2m standard - a bit like a mushroom! Soft, feathery foliage is purple in Spring and holds that colour well into Summer providing a striking purple/green appearance before turning scarlet red in Autumn. Leaves crisps to brown before falling in Winter. Does well in warmer climates but protectd from wind and ensure it is positioned in well-drained soil.
Tree categories:
Heritage tree
Autumn colour
Evergreen Tree
Flowering/Ornamental
Shade tree
Narrow spaces
Hedge & Screening
Driveways & Avenues
Street tree
Drought resistant
Coastal
Courtyard & Pots
Wind Hardy
Frost hardy
Full/part sun
Full shade
Water tolerant
Fire retardant
Summer foliage color:
Growth rate:
Slow (less than 0.5m/year)
Size:
Small
Max. Height:
2 Metres
Max. Canopy:
2 Metres
Climate:
Warm temperate to cool
Soil:
Well drained
Pruning:
Clip any vertical growing branches