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tigernyc

How to trim this Japanese maple?

12 years ago

Hi all! I have read up on how to trim a Japanese maple and I can't seem to find definitive advice (or alternatively, I am not a good researcher haha)

With regard to the bottom of the tree, I know some people like to trim it off the ground. I am not concerned with that.

However, regarding some branches near the top of the tree - some are growing askew at weird angles that are not consistent with the upside down umbrella shape. Do I trim those back? Lop them off completely?

Pics attached.

And advice appreciated. Thanks!

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