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Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple Tree - Acer palmatum dissectum 'Inaba Shidare'
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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sizes shown are confirmed available stock. If you require larger specimen, project quantities or specific sizes not listed, our sourcing team can locate additional stock through our national supplier network.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple, Acer palmatum dissectum 'Inaba Shidare'
One of the most distinguished weeping maples available, Inaba Shidare commands attention through every season. Deep burgundy, finely dissected foliage cascades from arching branches spring through summer, intensifying to brilliant crimson in autumn, a specimen that earns its place on prestige properties.
Why Inaba Shidare
Weeping Architecture: A naturally sculptural form with cascading branches that create a refined, flowing silhouette requiring no intervention.
Year-Round Colour: Rich burgundy foliage holds true from spring through summer before transitioning to vivid crimson in autumn.
Considered Scale: Reaching 2–3m in height and spread, this is a specimen built for deliberate placement, not filler planting.
Cold Tolerance: Hardy through frosty winters; suited to the full range of temperate Australian climates.
Container Viability: Performs exceptionally in large-format architectural planters where root zone can be managed and impact maximised.
Ideal Applications
Signature Feature Specimen: Positioned as a standalone focal point within a curated landscape or entry sequence.
Courtyard and Enclosed Spaces: Compact spread makes it one of the few advanced specimens suited to high-end courtyard installations.
Architectural Container Planting: Deployed in premium stone or concrete planters on terraces, rooftop landscapes, and podium levels.
Japanese and Contemplative Gardens: A natural pairing with water features, raked gravel, stonework, and considered minimalist planting schemes.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 3–4m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring when dormant
Soil & Drainage: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic, humus-rich soil; avoid waterlogged or highly alkaline conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first two growing seasons to establish a strong root system, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Apply a generous layer of organic mulch around the base to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and protect the shallow roots.
Plant Details
Height: 1.5–2.5m
Width: 2–3m
Growth Rate: Slow
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Japan, Korea, China
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
