Pruning a Japanese Maple Tree with OSU Master Gardeners

[triskalee]

This video is clear, concise, and full of context. Not just the how, but the why. Now I know how I should think about pruning my Japanese Maples before going in and doing anything. Thank you!

[robertgraham]

Not only does this vid include a lot of good info, it’s presented in a way that facilitates learning the material. Kudos to Sherry.

[mariannerobards]

Most informative pruning video I've seen because she educated me on areas other's didn't address! Her information was what I was searching for. I'm impressed!

[kristywhited]

I have a young Japanese Maple. First pruning will be late winter 2023. All the upper branches appear to be swept over and growing to one side. It must have been constrained in some way at the nursery. Looks like it hit a ceiling and had to grow sideways or had to reach for the sun. I'm going to train some branches back in the correct direction. I need a video to help me through that. This video definitely included the info I need for pruning....the when, what, and how of it. Very helpful! Thank you!!

[WendySchroder]

Thank you, Sherry - you always do a great job in your videos and classes. I do wish you would show a detailed before and after of removing crossing branches and opening up the center. (Assume some of us know nothing and need to see it to understand it.)

[imafatbear]

Thank you for this helpful video! I have a Japanese Maple that is now halfway over an immovable walkway leading from my home to my patio. My 91 year old mum is now fearful of using the walkway. Naturally, I am going to remedy this, but I was fearful that I'd ruin a beautiful tree that brings such pleasure to everyone. Your video gives me the confidence to help without hurting! Many thanks!!

[tobibrown]

I found this video very informative and helpful. It gives very specific information that is left out of many posts on this subject.

[markAD]

Nice job. I recently bought a home with a Japanese Maple and to me the top is too tall and the side branches are a little too wide. In late February I’m going to attempt to reshape tree without maiming or damaging it. Meantime reading up and watching many videos so I do it correctly. This definitely helps.

[giorgi]

I watched 4 videos, this was the best! thank you

[karenbrees]

Excellent video. Thank you for your clear instructions and visuals.

[regalaliens]

Best Video on Pruning a Japanese Maple Tree! Thanks Sherry!

[Dana-wjmc]

Great video thank you! I would appreciate better detail on that second part, removing the interior branches - perhaps just one idea on where to make a cut.

[janeneuharth]

Thank you! So clear and direct. I waded through too many terrible videos before this

[briancarpenter]

This is the most helpful video I've found on this subject. Thank you!

[robsaxepga]

This is great. Just what I needed. I have a beautiful tree and don't want to damage it. Thank you!

[jakez]

Thank you for this video! My wife and I just bought our first home last year which already had a beautiful Japanese Maple. We have been afraid to prune it as we did not want to damage it because of our ignorance.

[TheGardeningArtist]

Thank you so much for this video. Your voice is nice and calm and easy to understand. For me the best example I have found on how to do the clean cut along the collar.

[SERVISONE]

These videos are awesome! Very clear and informative no doubt! Thank you!

[dushamoya]

Very good explanation, but the camera failed to show any of exact cuttings - very sad, indeed.

[dBsdecibels]

Best instruction I've seen! Covers all the most important points!