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Maple
Inaba Shidare
Acer palmatum
A classic weeping laceleaf Japanese Maple, 'Inaba Shidare' produces deeply dissected, lace-like foliage that emerges a rich red-purple in spring and holds strong color through the summer before intensifying to brilliant crimson in fall. Its cascading, mushroom-shaped form makes it a graceful focal point in any garden.
Growing Specifications
- Height
- 6-8 feet
- Spread
- 8-10 feet, broader than tall in a classic weeping mound
- Watering
- Moderate; prefers consistent moisture and well-draining soil
- Light
- Partial Shade to Full Sun (with afternoon shade in hot climates)
- Heat Tolerance
- Moderate; benefits from afternoon shade and consistent moisture during Texas summers
- Growth Rate
- Slow to Moderate
- Soil Requirement
- Rich, well-draining soil; benefits from organic matter amendment
North Texas Micro-climate Notes
Like most laceleaf Japanese Maples, this cultivar benefits from afternoon shade and wind protection in North Texas to prevent leaf scorch during peak summer heat.
Care Instructions
Plant in well-draining, organically rich soil with afternoon shade in hot climates. Water regularly during establishment and dry spells. Prune minimally to maintain natural weeping form; remove dead or crossing branches in winter dormancy.
Landscape Usage
Ideal as a weeping specimen near a water feature, patio, or garden entrance where its cascading form and fine-textured foliage can be viewed up close.
Fun Fact
The 'Shidare' in Inaba Shidare means 'weeping' in Japanese, a naming convention shared by many of the classic cascading Japanese Maple cultivars.
