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    Acer palmatum 'Shiro'

    Also Known As

    • Shiro Japanese Maple

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 9'-12'
    • W: 3'-6'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Acer palmatum 'Shiro' plant details

    Acer palmatum 'Shiro' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green, variegated and white foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer palmatum 'Shiro'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: sapindaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
    Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 9 FT - 12 FT - tall
    Uses: fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer palmatum 'Shiro'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: humidity
    Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An upright variegated Japanese Maple tree with a vase-shaped canopy. Small green leaves develop a white color in summer. This tree needs plenty of sun exposure for best color. Shiro means "white" in Japanese.

    By: Maplestone Ornamentals

    Gardening facts about Acer palmatum 'Shiro' plant

    How to Grow Acer palmatum 'Shiro'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • acidic
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • white
      • green

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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