Acer palmatum Shishigashira Acer palmatum Chokei-Ji Branches without variegation should be

Branches without variegation should be pruned to avoid the tree reverting

5 meters in height over the course of 10 years

which we think is one of the prettiest arboreta in the whole world

but in summer

followed by a lush chartreuse in summer

Acer palmatum Shishigashira Acer palmatum Chokei-Ji Branches without variegation should beAcer palmatum 'Shishigashira' originates from Japan and has a history dating back to the 1800s. It still thrives in the wild forests of Japan, where it can grow to a height of 5 meters. The name 'Shishigashira' translates to "lion's head," describing the appearance of the densely curled leaves at the tips of short shoots. The compact arrangement of leaves and twigs gives this tree its distinctive character. The crinkled, bright green foliage further