Acer palmatum ‘Shaina’ (Japanese Maple)

Acer palmatum ‘Shaina’ is a compact deciduous shrub or small tree with pretty foliage of five-pointed, narrow-lobed, bright red leaves in spring, deepening to dark maroon-red in summer and brightening again to brilliant crimson-red in fall. Borne in clusters at the end of the short shoots, the leaves keep their rich color well throughout the summer and early fall. Slow-growing, this dense Japanese Maple features an upright, globe-shaped habit and is ideal for containers or small gardens.

• Grows up to 4-6 ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 3-4 ft. wide (90-120 cm).
• A full sun or part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Mulch helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Best leaf color in partial shade, although full sun can be tolerated. A lack of soil moisture or excessive exposure can cause leaf scorch.
• Perfect as a specimen plant in cottage gardens, city gardens, or Japanese gardens and containers.
• Low maintenance, this plant needs little pruning. If pruning is necessary, prune during the dormant season and avoid pruning in spring when the sap is running. Fertilize in spring before the leaves emerge.
• It may be affected by horse chestnut scale, aphids, and verticillium wilt.
• Propagate by grafting or softwood cuttings.
• Acer palmatum is native to Japan, Korea, China, eastern Mongolia, and southeast Russia.