.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; } Nishiki Gawa' Pinebark Japanese Maple Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Gawa' Description This compact, deciduous shrub features intricately variegated leaves with pink, white, and green hues, creating a striking display. Its airy, lacy foliage provides year-round visual interest, and it thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil. Suggested Uses Perfect for accent planting, small garden borders, decorative containers, and Japanese garden landscapes. Its elegant appearance enhances shaded patios and entryways. Plant Details Botanical Name: Nishiki Gawa' Pinebark Japanese Maple Acer palmatum 'Nishiki Gawa' Common Name: Nishiki Gawa' Pinebark Japanese Maple Size & Growth: Typically 4-6 ft tall, spreading 3-4 ft, with moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous, variegated Bloom Time: Spring Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Part shade to full shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: None known Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, shade-loving perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic soil in a shaded location. Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Soil Moisture: Moist Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil Humidity: Prefers humid conditions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and snow; mulching helps insulate roots Planting Depth: Ensure the root ball is planted at soil level Fertilization: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Maintain consistent moisture and protect from extreme sun exposure
