West Midlands,
United Kingdom 
Unfortunately my acer is blocking my view to the rest of the garden. If I cut it in half that would improve my view, but will it kill the acer altogether? Is there a way I can trim it down and re-plant the section that I cut off?
15 Jul, 2023
Answers
Thank you. I have the perfect shady spot for it.
15 Jul, 2023
Wherever you put it remember that Acers can get very large. Replanting branch will not survive. Perhaps taking a proper cutting might though.
15 Jul, 2023
Perhaps standing or sitting in front of it would improve your view.
16 Jul, 2023
Loosestrife, you’ve made me smile! Thank you all for your help. I’ve decided it’s going to stay put. I have many views of my garden from different angles. And all bar the slightly irritating view from my kitchen window, I’m proud of my acer in every other way. X
6 Oct, 2023
May e you can enjoy the birds that perch in it?
9 Oct, 2023
Previous question
« Identification please. This just appeared in our wood. Thanks.
Acers don't respond well to pruning. I'm afraid your best option is to dig it out keeping as much soil around the root ball as possible, and plant it in a sheltered spot in the garden. It will then need plenty of watering, but you'll need to wait until autumn to be sure that it will survive the move.
15 Jul, 2023