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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 ...
Winston-Salem Journal

Extension Q & A: Prune red maple in fall, early winter

Q: What is the best time of year to prune a red maple? The tree is about 15 years old and I mainly want to thin and remove the lowest limbs. A: The best time to prune any type of maple is in the fall ...
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The Right Time—And Way—To Prune A Japanese Maple Tree

While most varieties of Japanese maples grow only 6 to 12 inches a year, pruning helps maintain their shape and keep them healthy. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches to improve airflow and ...