Pruning ?

[fuda]

Hi what is the best time of year to prune a,

Weeping willow and a Magnolia ?

The willow was heavily Pruned some years ago but now has a lot of growth

The magnolia is quite small but with a dence foliage.

Comments appreciated .

[Grass hopper]

I was told by the great guys here as I was doing same job afew weeks ago , that anytime

is fine. hope this helps.

[nepia]

Magnolias can react badly to pruning; less is more. Mid to late summer is the time. If you're just doing a gentle thin - cutting small stuff - you should just about be OK.

If this kind of question is likely to arise regularly for you get the RHS Pruning & Training book. Not quite a bible as I disagree with some things there but very good nonetheless.