Plant Guide

Acer palmatum 'Shaina'

Compact, upright-growing (as opposed to spreading) Japanese maple with burgundy foliage and bright red young leaves. Branches are formed from ground-level. The foliage turns a little bit darker in colour during autumn before leaf fall.

Prefers a partially shaded, sheltered position in any fertile, well-draining soil. Generally pest and disease free. Young foliage may be damaged be late frosts.

An attractive small maple with brilliant foliage colours. Perfect for a sheltered garden that needs some height, but lacks the space required for trees with spreading canopies. The foliage colour combines beautifully with Loropetalum chinense 'Burgundy' which can be used as a link between the canopy of Acer palmatum 'Shaina' and lower-level layers in the garden. Also suitable for large containers.

Type of plant

Tree - Deciduous

Size

2-3 m tall

Landscape Use

foliage colour, container, focal point, woodland gardens, Japanese style gardens

Specifications

  • Temperature: Hardy
  • Light: Medium
  • Moisture: Medium
  • Soil: Light Medium Heavy
  • Wind tolerance: Low