Acer palmatum 'Shishigashira'
Lion's Head Japanese Maple
- Small reddish-purple flowers bloom in mid-spring
- Beautiful fall color
- Rounded form
- Category: Tree
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Height: 7-15 ft
- Spread: 5-12 ft
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades, Red Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades, Purple Shades, Red Shades, Yellow Shades
A small, rounded, and compact tree that typically reaches 10 to 25 feet in height. Delicate flowers appear in mid-spring, adding subtle charm. Come autumn, the foliage puts on a colorful display with glowing shades of yellow, bronze, and rich red-purple.