.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Inabe Shidare' Weeping Japanese Maple Acer palmatum dissectum 'Inabe Shidare' Description This cultivar features cascading, delicate foliage with vibrant red to deep crimson hues in spring, turning to rich green in summer and brilliant shades of red and orange in fall. It is prized for its graceful weeping form and ornamental appeal. Suggested Uses Ideal for small gardens, focal points in landscape designs, container planting, and Japanese-style gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Inabe Shidare' Weeping Japanese Maple Acer palmatum dissectum 'Inabe Shidare' Common Name: Inabe Shidare' Weeping Japanese Maple Size & Growth: Typically 4-6 ft tall and wide, with a slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous, fine textured, feathery leaves Bloom Time: Early spring with small, pale flowers Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (most vibrant colors in partial shade) Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Slightly toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Not typically used for cut arrangements Grows Well With: Moss, ferns, Japanese maples, and shade-loving perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in a location that receives partial shade. Water regularly, especially during dry periods. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil with organic matter Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and consider mulching to insulate roots in colder zones Planting Depth: Plant so that the root ball is level with soil surface Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature; avoid excessive pruning to preserve form
