Acer palmatum cv. "deshojo" - red Japanese maple (Pot 18 cm, FRANCO)

Genus of about 150 species of deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs of Europe, Africa and northern Asia and North and Central America. Acer palmatum cv "deshojo" is a shrub or small deciduous tree up to 2 - 3 meters high characterized by palmate leaves which in spring and autumn take on a beautiful intense red colour, while in summer the color of the same turns to greenish.

Pedoclimatic needs

Maples are suitable for any type of garden depending on the species and size. This species is very demanding regarding the nature of the soil, preferring fresh and well-drained ones with an acid reaction. It likes a partially shaded exposure. Rustic plant, it resists minimum temperatures reaching -10°\-15°c, but fears late frosts and strong winds. This cultivar is also suitable for cultivation in pots and for the creation of bonsai.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Acer palmatum cv “deshojo”

Family: Aceraceae