Oshu Shidare Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Oshu Shidare') plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

Oshu Shidare Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Oshu Shidare'

Overview

The Oshu Shidare Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Oshu Shidare') is an incredible plant to add to any garden. With its attractive, cascading branches, the maple has the ability to attract attention and provide a visual focal point. The foliage is a deep reddish-purple, which transforms to fiery oranges and reds in the fall. This versatile tree can be grown as a shrub or as a single-trunked tree. It also has a wide range of sizes, allowing it to look great in any setting. Plus, this long-living maple is pest-, disease-, and drought-resistant, making it an excellent choice.

Care Guide

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Watering

Frequent — every "3-4" days.

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Light

full sun, part shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 6–6.

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Pruning

Best pruned in February, March, April. 1×/yearly.

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Propagation

Air Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Cutting, Division, Seed Propagation

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