Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira'
Lion's Mane Maple
- Tree
- 100-150 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Red to purple foliage
- Notable autumn colour
Beautiful, small and slow growing Japanese maple - very suitable for bonsai.
- Professionally packed for safe transport
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- Direct from our nursery
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 100 - 150 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - June |
| Flower colour | violet |
| Leaf colour | red, yellow, red, reddish brown, dark green |
| Growth habit | ascending |
| Growth rate | slow |
| Hardiness | down to about -20°C |
Site conditions
| Light | sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | dry, average, moist |
| Soil | pervious, light, normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Acer |
| Family | Aceraceae |
| Common names | EN: Lion's Mane Maple |
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