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Shishi coming out nicely


Shishi coming out nicely (Acer palmatum (Japanese maple))

My Shishigashira is starting to look fab as usual, just catching the sun a bit



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their names amuse me! that is a gorgeous colour, it looks so good against the stone too!!

23 Apr, 2012

 

I believe a 'shishi' is a Chinese guardian lion that wards off evil spirits

23 Apr, 2012

 

well thats a very good idea. perhaps i should get one for my front door!!??

23 Apr, 2012

 

how come i only have common named plants in my garden? shishi indeed! looks good though

23 Apr, 2012

 

If you say in Slovak somebody is "shishi", it means he is mentally ill. Lol. You have nice collection of acers, Stefan.

23 Apr, 2012

 

LOL

23 Apr, 2012

 

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23 Apr, 2012



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