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    ACER palmatum 'Shindeshojo'
    ACER palmatum 'Shindeshojo'
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    ACER palmatum 'Shindeshojo'

    Commonly known as Spring ruby tree

     AWARD
    Brilliant glittering scarlet spring foliage becoming shrimp pink and bronzy-green then orange in autumn
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    3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available Early Spring 2026
    £35.00 each 
    Available Early Spring 2026 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
    Specimen
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    7.5 to 10 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Unavailable
    £100.00 each 
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    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Good for containers and bonsai. Maximum size in 10-20 years
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, mites, scale insects, caterpillars, Verticillium wilt, leaf scorch, honey fungus.
    • Place of origin
      China, Korea, Japan.
    • Deciduous
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Palmate
    • Height
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Spread
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Tall Shrub
      Gets more dense with age. Layered branches. Inconspicuous flowers in spring. Winged fruits in autumn
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

      Late autumn to midwinter
    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Partial shade
      Shelter from cold winds and late frosts
    • Mature Size
      2.5m (8ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        2.5m (8ft)
       
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
    1ltr
    £8.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Tailored specifically to help feed both trees and shrubs. Recommended for first year after planting use to support newly planted trees and shrubs establish themselves. Also good for potted shrubs and trees to enable them to thrive.
    1KG packet
    £8.25
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