Young Japanese Maple Trees Damaged By Heavy Snow; Broken Limbs. How To Repair; And How To Prepare For Next Year’s Snow?

Question

Hello, We have two, beautiful and young Japanese Maple trees that were damaged by the weight of the snow. Some of their branches broke away from the trunk. Are these repairable? I am afraid that these beauties will not make it. For next winter, what is the best way to protect these small trees against the snow? I appreciate your help!

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Answer 1

Wait till cold weather is past before repairing. Then you can prune away broken or dead limbs. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/japanese-maple/japanese-maple-winter-damage.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/japanese-maples-for-zone-5.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/winter-damaged-trees-shrubs.htm