By Joan25
United Kingdom 
I have an Acer in my back garden. I have a south facing garden but I live near the sea and I think it got burnt off with the salt air just as the leaves were coming. It appears to be OK towards the bottom but I wondered should I trim off the long branches that have no leaves on or should I leave it to see if new shoots appear. If I cut the top branches off it will spoil the shape. Could I thank anyone who replies to this question as I am not sure how to thank anyone after they have replied. Thankyou Joan
1 Jun, 2015
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Agree with Steragram but if the branches are not white and still look like they have buds on them then leave them as they will regrow later on in summer. A lot of people had trouble with Acers burning back caused by late frosts this year.
1 Jun, 2015
Thank you so much for your help and I hope I have written my thanks in the right place Joan
2 Jun, 2015
Yes you did Joan :)
2 Jun, 2015
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They do hate wind. They won't survive here 4 miles inland with little shelter. I would leave the branches for this year in case they recover next year, but others may advise you differently. They are woodland plants really. Thanking people is easy - just add your thanks or other comments under the last reply, as another comment. Everyone who replied to the question will be notified so they will see what you've written.
1 Jun, 2015