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Japanese maple 'Shirazz'. An upright, spreading, then arching shrub or small tree with deeply lobed, palmate leaves, emerging reddish purple with reddish pink margins, turning to olive green with irregular cream or pink margins before becoming orange-red in autumn.
Acer palmatum 'Shirazz' (Japanese maple 'Shirazz' ) Other names: Acer palmatum 'Gwen's Rose Delight'
Japanese Maples have been cultivated since the early 17th century and they are native to Japan, northeast China and Korea. In their natural habitat, they are normally shaded by larger trees and so prefer partial shade. Japanese Red Maples are surprisingly easy to grow and maintain. They are generally winter hardy to about –20 degrees.
An outstanding variegated Japanese Maple, ‘Shirazz’ has foliage that is sure to attract many gardeners. The new foliage as it emerges in spring is a crimson red with a hint of green to purple in the centre. As the foliage matures the foliage turns to green and creamy white with red.
Acer palmatum ‘Shirazz’ is a great Japanese maple tree with fantastic color. In the spring, ‘Shirazz’ shows off a dazzling display of pink color on top of the dark red foliage. The pink edges to these leaves makes the foliage of ‘Shirazz’ one of the more remarkable sights to behold on a Japanese maple.
tree growing from about 30 to 40 feet tall with a low-branched, vase-shaped form. It inhabits the understories and edges of moist forests in Japan and adjacent parts of mainland East Asia. In appearance, ecology and propensity for dramatic fall color, Japanese maple bear a striking similarity to our native vine maple (Acer circinatum).
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs. Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
