Botanical profile

Acer palmatum 'Shaina'

Latin name
Acer palmatum 'Shaina'
Common name
Japanese Maple 'Shaina'
Type
TREE
Family
Sapindaceae

Acer palmatum ‘Shaina’, also called 'Shaina' Japanese maple, is a dwarf selection with a compact and rounded habit, ideal for small spaces, rockeries, terraces, or pot plantings. Derived from 'Bloodgood', it retains dense, more compact, and more rounded purplish-red foliage, with a naturally structured form. Its foliage emerges bright red in spring, takes on dark burgundy tones in summer, then blazes into scarlet red in autumn, offering a striking contrast in refined landscaping. Very resistant to heat and mild sun, 'Shaina' maintains its color well throughout the season. It prefers fresh, well-drained, and slightly acidic soil, under filtered light or partial shade. It is a safe bet for gardeners looking for a compact, stable, and ornamental purple maple.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended - use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Slightly acidic, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-28°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Red
Fruiting
Samares red and not very visible
Foliage color
Red
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
slow
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

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