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Acer tree leaders?

Discussion in 'Trees' started by Max6389, Apr 24, 2020.

  1. Max6389

    Max6389 Gardener

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    I have an Acer at edge of garden and it has a couple of large shoots from the top. Are these leaders? Should I cut them off. I would like tree to stay around the size it is.

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    Max6389, Apr 24, 2020
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  2. TreeTreeTree

    TreeTreeTree I know sh!t about trees

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    Hi Max6389

    They're likely to be the leaders, yes. The tip buds control the trees height, so removing them will help in keeping the tree at the height you require.
     
    TreeTreeTree, Apr 25, 2020
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