Shojo no mai aureum Shishigashira name means lions head

Shishigashira name means lions head

Holds up well in the sun and heat

and this gorgeous plant holds true to this translation

Graft bulge often present

Shojo no mai aureum Shishigashira name means lions headShojo no mai is one of the most unique variegated Acer palmatum maples with spring color. The attractive small irregularly leaves are gray green with deep salmon pink edging. In our opinion, Shojo no mai grows stronger than Beni schichihenge and has more vibrant colors. Color holds well into the summer. Shojo no mai does best with morning sun afternoon shade, or zones 5 9. At maximum height Shojo no mai will grow to 10 feet.