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When to trim a Japanese Maple

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From: Julie Cahillane City: Chicago, IL
I have a small Japanese Maple which I'd like to prune/shape but am not sure what time of year this should be done. Please advise. Thank you.
	Extension Message From: James Schuster Horticulturist and Plant Pathologist (Retired) schuster@illinois.edu
this maple can be trimmed/pruned any time of the year, however during "bark slippage - when sap begins to flow in early spring - you have to be extra careful not to tear or damage the bark. If you would like to play it safe - wait till June to minimize bark damage and tearing.
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