Regardless of whether you grow a Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) with an upright or weeping habit, its colorful fall foliage ...

Annual pruning can help maintain your tree’s health, but let its growth guide you. If the tree has areas of dense growth, inward- or upright-growing shoots, or poor structure, pruning is in order. The ...

You only have to look at a Japanese maple to know why these trees are such popular additions to a garden. Between their cloud-like canopies and vibrant fall foliage, these trees are incredibly ...

A common piece of advice you will hear is to prune trees during the winter while they are dormant. I often give that advise myself and, for most kinds of trees, that is a good rule to follow. However, ...

Dear Neil: Attached is a photo of my maple tree. It is very low to the ground, and the branches are blocking my neighbor's view out her driveway. When can I have it trimmed, and how much can we remove ...

11:47, Fri, Dec 5, 2025 Updated: 11:54, Fri, Dec 5, 2025 Japanese maple leaves are renowned for their intricate shapes and vibrant colours, making them a beloved feature in gardens around the world, ...

Q. When is the best time to prune a maple? I’ve called several nurseries in town and some tell me right now and others say wait until December or January. Also, is there a pruning guide that you ...

Most of us Californians are probably wondering what that means. Sugaring season is more familiar to horticultural enthusiasts in New England, Canada, and more recently, in Alaska. It is the time of ...

There’s an old saying in pruning: “Prune until it hurts, and then prune some more.” The advice helps overcome our fear of cutting away too many branches. Other pruning adages are less useful. “When in ...

Grow and train a Japanese maple bonsai tree like a pro with these expert tips. Love Japanese maples but not sure you have room for one in the yard? Grow it as a bonsai instead. Bonsai is an ancient ...