Acer palm. ‘Shaina’
£75.00
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Description
Quick Facts
- Common Name: Japanese Maple ‘Shaina’
- Botanical Name: Acer palmatum ‘Shaina’
- Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental shrub / small tree
- Mature Height: 1.5–2.5m
- Mature Spread: 1–2m
- Foliage Colour: Bright crimson-red in spring, deepening to rich burgundy-red through summer; fiery scarlet in autumn
- Leaf Shape: Small, finely cut palmate leaves (compact, dense habit)
- Hardiness: RHS H6 (hardy in most UK & Ireland gardens; shelter improves performance)
- Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil; slightly acidic to neutral
- Aspect: Part shade / dappled shade (morning sun ideal; shelter from harsh wind)
- Maintenance: Low
Description
Acer palmatum ‘Shaina’ is a compact Japanese maple with wonderfully rich red foliage and a naturally neat, upright shape—perfect when you want colour and structure without a tree that takes over. In spring, new leaves emerge a bright crimson-red, then deepen into a velvety burgundy through summer, before finishing the year with a final flare of scarlet in autumn.
Because it stays relatively small and forms a dense, tidy canopy, ‘Shaina’ is ideal for smaller gardens, courtyards, and large pots. It brings that “quiet wow” moment—colour that feels refined rather than loud, and a silhouette that looks beautiful even when the leaves have fallen.
Place it somewhere sheltered, with dappled light and evenly moist soil, and it will reward you with years of reliable, season-long colour.
Caragh Garden Notebook
Planting:
Plant in spring or autumn. Choose a sheltered position with dappled shade or gentle morning sun—this helps protect the foliage from scorching and wind-scorch. Dig a generous hole and improve the soil with leaf mould or ericaceous compost if your soil is alkaline. Plant at the same depth as in the pot, firm in gently, water well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Plant in spring or autumn. Choose a sheltered position with dappled shade or gentle morning sun—this helps protect the foliage from scorching and wind-scorch. Dig a generous hole and improve the soil with leaf mould or ericaceous compost if your soil is alkaline. Plant at the same depth as in the pot, firm in gently, water well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Soil Preparation:
Japanese maples love humus-rich, free-draining soil. They dislike sitting wet, but they also hate drying out. Improve heavy soil with compost and fine bark; improve sandy soil with organic matter to hold moisture. A yearly mulch is the best “feed” you can give.
Japanese maples love humus-rich, free-draining soil. They dislike sitting wet, but they also hate drying out. Improve heavy soil with compost and fine bark; improve sandy soil with organic matter to hold moisture. A yearly mulch is the best “feed” you can give.
Watering:
Water regularly in the first year, especially in dry spells. In containers, check moisture often in summer—pots dry quickly. Aim for consistent moisture rather than occasional soaking.
Water regularly in the first year, especially in dry spells. In containers, check moisture often in summer—pots dry quickly. Aim for consistent moisture rather than occasional soaking.
Seasonal Care:
Low maintenance. Prune only if needed, and do it lightly in late summer (or mid-winter when fully dormant), removing any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Avoid heavy pruning.
Low maintenance. Prune only if needed, and do it lightly in late summer (or mid-winter when fully dormant), removing any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Avoid heavy pruning.
Pests & Problems:
Leaf scorch is the most common issue—usually caused by wind, strong sun, or drying out. A sheltered spot and steady moisture prevent most problems.
Leaf scorch is the most common issue—usually caused by wind, strong sun, or drying out. A sheltered spot and steady moisture prevent most problems.
Design Notes:
Perfect for small gardens, courtyards, and statement pots. Beautiful with ferns, hostas, hellebores, hakonechloa (Japanese forest grass), and evergreen structure. Use it to add depth of colour near patios, entrances, or along a path where you’ll pass it often.
Perfect for small gardens, courtyards, and statement pots. Beautiful with ferns, hostas, hellebores, hakonechloa (Japanese forest grass), and evergreen structure. Use it to add depth of colour near patios, entrances, or along a path where you’ll pass it often.
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