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Aka Omote is a strong grower

Slow growing this small tree will reach 8′ tall x 6′ wide in 10 years

Purple Ghost will have an even deeper maroon leaf color

Fall color is a bright crimson-red

The orange-brick red contrasts very nicely with the lime green bark

Shidava Gold dragon tears Aka Omote is a strongShidava Gold is a wonderful dwarf Acer palmatum that originated as a witches broom on an Aoyagi propagated in Australia. Shidava Gold is very similar to Aoyagi in leaf shape and form however Shidava Gold only grows to about 6 feet, and the leaves tend to be slightly smaller. This highly desirable dwarf has bright green leaves and stems which make it an exceptional sight to see in any landscape or garden. Sun part shade. Best suited for zones 5 9.