Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Inaba-shidare' ~ Inaba-shidare Japanese Maple
Inaba-shidare Japanese Maple is a stunning small deciduous tree known for its cascading, weeping branches. Its lacey palmate foliage emerges a deep purple-red and turns a vibrant crimson in fall. Grows best in rich, moist, slightly acidic well-drained soils. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas. Type: Tree Origins: East Asia Height: 6’ - 10’ Spread: 8’ - 15’ Spacing: 10’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Red Season of Interest: Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Water regularly. Mulch in southern climates to keep roots cool. Keep pruning to a minimum and prune in fall or winter. Potential issues include stem canker, leaf spots, fusarium, wilt, botrytis, anthracnose, and root rots. Potential insect pests include aphids, scale, borers, root weevils, and mites. Chlorosis may occur in high pH soils LANDSCAPE USES: Group Plantings or Specime