Acer palmatum 'Shaina' Compact Dwarf Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum 'Shaina' is a Compact Dwarf Japanese Maple that has become a Favorite for Gardeners All Over the World

Acer palmatum 'Shaina' is a very compact dwarf Japanese Maple that stays relatively small and does not take up a great amount of space. Very upright when young 'Shaina' begins to widen and fill in with age. At maturity 'Shaina' will develop into a thick and dense shrub that is about 3 to 5 feet tall and about as wide. The size and shape of 'Shaina' makes it perfect for smaller areas of the garden and is an excellent substitution for a weeping Japanese maple.

The leaves of 'Shaina' appear nice red in the spring, a true red and not the purple of some cultivars. Though reported to hold its color all summer long in some parts of the world, by mid summer in hotter climate leaves turn bronze or green but then new red growth appears at the branch tips. Fall color is a very attractive bright red. The density of 'Shaina' will often contribute to a multiple color effect where the outer branches that get more sunlight will be much more red than the inner branches that will have more green color.

Acer palmatum 'Shaina' can be grown in many different climates across the country. 'Shaina' should grow well in zones 5 through 9 and can be grown in full sun in all but the very hottest climates. In the hotter areas 'Shaina' would prefer a break from the hot afternoon sun.

‘Shaina’ was discovered as a witches' broom on a 100-year-old red Japanese maple tree by Dick Wolf of Red Maple Nurseries in the early 1980's, this compact dwarf maple has become a favorite of maple enthusiasts and gardeners all over the world.

What is the 10 Year Size of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Height: 3-5 feet Width: 3-5 feet

What is the Spring Color of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Red

What is the Summer Color of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Green

What is the Fall Color of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Red

What is the Leaf Shape of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Broad Leaf

What is the Sun Tolerance of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Full Sun

What Growing Zones are suitable for Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Zones 5-9

What is the Shape of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Compact Japanese Maple

What is the Growth Rate of Acer palmatum 'Shaina'?

Moderately Growing Dwarf Japanese Maple

How should Acer palmatum 'Shaina' be planted?

Elevated in Well Drained Soil

7 Gallons are 4 feet tall or less and rootballs will need to be broken up to fit in shipping boxes.