Should Branch With Green Leaves Be Removed From Japanese Red Maple

Question From: Friday Harbor, Washington, United States
Q: My tree has one branch with green leaves, while all the other branches are lacy red. Should I remove this branch?

A: If your tree is a Japanese Maple, do remove the branch with the green leaves. The tree may be grafted and the branch with the green leaves is reverting. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy