Acer palmatum 'Shaina'

Shaina Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum ‘Shaina’ is a popular compact, upright Japanese maple known for its excellent red color retention and tidy form. New foliage emerges bright crimson-red in spring, quickly deepening to rich burgundy-red that holds well through summer, especially in partial shade.

Leaves are medium-sized with classic palmate lobes, giving the tree a clean, traditional appearance. In fall, ‘Shaina’ turns brilliant scarlet to deep red, delivering strong and reliable autumn color. The growth habit is dense, upright, and narrowly rounded, making it ideal for smaller landscapes.

‘Shaina’ performs best in partial shade and prefers well-drained, evenly moist soil. Its compact size and strong color make it a favorite for residential gardens.

Size



Width: 6–8 ft



Height: 8–10 ft



Hardiness



USDA Zones: 5–8



Best Uses


Small gardens and courtyards



Specimen tree with compact form



Japanese or Asian-inspired gardens



Accent near patios or walkways



Container planting

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Japanese Maple

Height

8-10'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Spring

Fall color

Red

Soil

Clay, Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Compact, Oval/Rounded

Bark

Smooth

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

4'

10-year width

4'