Species Shishio Hime Japanese Maple*
pink-yellow leaves with dark-brown stems

Shishio Hime Japanese Maple*

Acer palmatum 'Shishio Hime'

The Shishio Hime Japanese Maple is an amazing ornamental tree species. Its deeply divided, pale green to dark green leaves turn brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red in autumn, making a dazzling display. Its small, gently mounded form is ideal for small gardens and can be pruned annually to shape as desired. Its branches are delicately twigged and the distinctive bark is mottled and gray-green with age. Furthermore, this species is extremely hardy and prefers full sun to partially shaded conditions. The Shishio Hime Japanese Maple is an inspirational plant to add to any landscape and will be sure to be its focal point.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Air Layering Propagation,Root Division

Hardiness Zone:

5

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,yellow,purple,orange

Growth Rate:

Low

Care Level:

High

watering

Generally, the Shishio Hime Japanese Maple needs to be watered twice a week. Its soil should not be allowed to dry out completely. After planting, saturate the plant's root ball with water, soaking it thoroughly. For younger plants, water deeply every 2 or 3 days and less frequently for mature plants, such as once a week. During hot, dry weather, water more often, about 3 times per week. Decrease watering frequency in winter and increase when temperatures rise. Press down the soil around the plant to ensure proper water absorption.

sunlight

Shishio Hime Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Shishio Hime') is best grown in partial shade to full sun. It should receive full sun in the early morning — between 7am and 11am — and should be shaded from the hot afternoon sun. This variety of maple prefers afternoon shade and should not be exposed to full sun for more than 4 to 6 hours per day.

pruning

Pruning of Shishio Hime Japanese Maple should be done in early spring, before new leaves appear. Prune no more than 20% of the total canopy, taking care to remove dead branches and ones that are growing inward. Make sure all cuts are made at the branch collar to avoid further damage to the plant. Light seasonal pruning may be done in late summer or early fall as needed. Remember to sterilize all pruning tools between cuts to ensure the health of the plant.

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