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Should you prune your Japanese maple tree in winter?

Prune before new growth begins.
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Is it a bad idea to prune your Japanese maple tree in the winter?

Key Points Prune Japanese maples in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape the tree.Stick to the tree’s natural form and avoid over-pruning to maintain health and balanced structure ...
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‘It’s a pruning no-no!’ Five types of branches to ‘always’ remove from your Japanese maple

When growing Japanese maples for a stunning display in your garden it's necessary to prune the tree to protect it and keep it in the shape you want. Tree experts have shared how to go about pruning ...
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‘Avoid these cuts!’ ‘Simple rules’ that will help ‘immensely’ when pruning Japanese maples

Winter is an ideal time to prune, as the lack of leaves on deciduous trees and shrubs enables gardeners to see what they’re doing more clearly. What’s more, since sap is not as active during the ...