Acer palmatum 'Deshojo'

In spring the young leaves of this classic maple cultivar emerge a vivid rich-red in colour. As summer progresses the older leaves darken to green but the young shoots are still tipped with burnished-red young leaves. 0

The leaves finally turn shades of red and orange in autumn before falling. An excellent foliage plant, Acer palmatum 'Deshojo' gives early colour to a garden and is one of the most traditional plants to be grow as a bonsai.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy. Acer palmatum 'Deshojo' requires shelter from strong winter winds.
• Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a large, rounded branching shrub or very small tree once established.
  • Height: 3 m (10 ft) / [up to 2.5 m (8 ft) after 10 years]
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft) / [up to 2.5 m (8 ft) after 10 years]