Acer palmatum ‘Shirazz’ ~ Shirazz Japanese Maple very-wet-area The lacecap clusters form balls

The lacecap clusters form balls of pastel flowers with color depending on the soil PH - acidic soils produces sky blue while alkaline soils produce pink

20’ - 25'

Autumn Flame's inconspicuous spring flowers attract bees

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and supports the specialized bee Colletes banksi

Acer palmatum ‘Shirazz’ ~ Shirazz Japanese Maple very-wet-area The lacecap clusters form ballsThe Shirazz Japanese Maple is a small deciduous with a narrow upright habit and and dramatic variegated foliage. The leaves emerge with a beautiful combination of pink, white, and green variegation that intensives in summer and then turns shades of orange and red in fall. Grows best in rich, moist, slightly acidic well drained soils. Prefers full sun in cooler climates, but needs afternoon shade in southern areas. Type: Tree Origins: East Asia Height: