When and how does that make sense?

Do not cut more than absolutely necessary

When it comes to pruning, the red maple is quite sensitive, as it tends - like all maples - to bleed again. In addition, pathogens quickly penetrate through the open wounds, which in turn leads to a weakening of the tree and the death of the affected parts of the plant, if not the entire tree, leads. In addition, red maple, which is also typical of various types of maple, does not sprout from old wood. However, pruning may be necessary for various reasons, for example

• to remove dead shoots and branches
• sick or parts of plants infected with fungi cut away
• stimulate a bushier growth
• a container plant or keeping a bonsai small
• forcing the tree into a certain shape

Tips for a successful pruning

Of course, the necessary pruning does not always mean that the tree will die, as long as you adhere to the following rules:

• Always cut in the right time of year.
• Only use disinfected and sharp tools.
• Seal cuts with wound sealant.
• You can find suitable wound closure agents in bonsai shops,
• because they have a long experience with maples.
• Never cut into old wood
• respectively. only if it is really absolutely necessary.
• Do not cut the shoots and branches directly at their origin, but leave a small stub.
• This dries up over time.
• Always cut a few inches in front of a bud.
• From here the tree can sprout again.

The right time to cut back

Due to their tendency to bleed, maples should never be cut during the growing season, as the sap pressure is very high at this time and bleeding cannot be stopped. However, since pruning also takes place in late autumn or If winter should not take place due to the risk of infection, it is best to use it in spring Secateurs. To do this, choose a frost-free period before the leaves shoot.