What is the right way to prune a Japanese maple tree?
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I eye what I think should be pruned.Start slow.First thing that would be removed are the bottom suckers if you have them.Start cutting any of the branches that are sticking out,go around the entire tree and prune the best you can.
I love Japanese maples! Found a website with pictures/illustrations and tons of tips and ideas. Hope it helps! http://www.wikihow.com/Prune-Japanese-Maple-Trees Good luck!
m.wikihow.com has a great site with pictures to show how to prune a Japanese Maple