keegan
Sapling
Hi! Maple newbie here.
I've read a lot about maples, and just got my first little trident. I live in Los Angeles, where maples are a little more challenging in our heat than other places.
My question: This is quite a tall tree. I would like it to be a compact little shohin with a crown that flows down and to the left over the exposed roots. When should I cut this back hard? From what I've read, it seems like fall would be the best time (according to Peter Adams & Peter Warren). But as it is New Years and I just acquired this tree, I've missed that window. If I wait until early spring, maybe the tree will bleed a ton?
Is it best to cut it back hard now? (I would cut it to the first or second node on every branch--that's how much I want to compact it).
And what about wiring? Can I wire now too?
Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks,
Keegan
I've read a lot about maples, and just got my first little trident. I live in Los Angeles, where maples are a little more challenging in our heat than other places.
My question: This is quite a tall tree. I would like it to be a compact little shohin with a crown that flows down and to the left over the exposed roots. When should I cut this back hard? From what I've read, it seems like fall would be the best time (according to Peter Adams & Peter Warren). But as it is New Years and I just acquired this tree, I've missed that window. If I wait until early spring, maybe the tree will bleed a ton?
Is it best to cut it back hard now? (I would cut it to the first or second node on every branch--that's how much I want to compact it).
And what about wiring? Can I wire now too?
Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks,
Keegan