Acer palmatum ‘Shin deshojo’ is one of the most celebrated Japanese maples for spring color, famous for its intensely bright crimson-red new growth that outshines almost any other cultivar. It stays compact, making it ideal for Yakima gardens, containers, and small landscapes.
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USDA Zones: 5–8 (Yakima fits comfortably)
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Light: Full sun to partial shade; in Yakima’s hot summers, afternoon shade helps prevent leaf scorch.
| Height | ~7–10 ft at maturity (10+ years) |
| Width |
~6–7 ft |