Shidava Gold 4-5 Year 2 gallon Pre Bonsai (#967) green maples Prefers full sun to part

Prefers full sun to part shade

Aoba jo is an Acer palmatum dwarf variety with delightful green leaves showing bronzed edges

Typically good for zone 4

A bonus feature is that new bark often has pink and white striations

Does well (for a palmatum) in wind and sun

Shidava Gold 4-5 Year 2 gallon Pre Bonsai (#967) green maples Prefers full sun to partThis Shidava Gold Acer palmatum Japanese maple is ideal for Bonsai since the grafting scars are minimal and very low. The base is almost an inch thick. Shidava gold has wonderful lime green bark color and bright green leaves. This plant is over 4 years old and in a 2 gallon container. Unique base see photos.