Improve tree health and prevent branches from growing out of control by learning how to prune a tree.

When to Prune Japanese Maple Trees Do the bulk of Japanese maple pruning in the late winter or early spring months, during the tree’s dormancy period and after the extreme cold has passed.

A: If you prune selectively, almost any time is the right time to prune a Japanese maple. With that said, these maples are most easily pruned in winter or summer.

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Maple trees contain sap, which will “bleed” if the tree is pruned in early spring or late winter. To avoid this phenomenon, pruning may be put off until summer.

Japanese maple trees are one of the most eye-catching plants to have in your garden, and you can help them grow quicker and better if you take the time to maintain them now.