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Valuing a Damaged Dwarf Japanese Maple: Need Certified Arborist Appraisal

Question: 8-yr-old dwarf Japanese maple (laceleaf, red fall, green summer with red edges). Contractor damaged it. Need species ID & value. Expert to email photos?

Answer: In-Person Appraisal Required; ISA & ASCA Directories

Value needs physical inspection—site context, landscape fit, "gut feeling" of experienced appraiser.

Species: Acer palmatum; cultivars: Aratama, Kashima, Beni Hoshi, Kiyohime, Beni Hime, Kinra, Green Star, Geisha, Ukon, Yubae, Wou Nishiki, Baby Lace.

Resources:

ISA "Guide for Plant Appraisal" – ISA site
ASCA (American Society of Consulting Arborists) – 15245 Shady Grove Rd, Ste 130, Rockville, MD 20850; (301) 947-0483; asca-consultants.org

—Mark Harshman | mahdrafting.com

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