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Lauren Bradbury

When to prune magnolia to maintain the size and shape of this opulent ornamental

Magnolia tree in english countryside.

If you’re lucky enough to have a magnolia tree in your garden, you’ll know just how beautiful the pink goblet-shaped blooms of this tree can be. But if you want this romantic and opulent flower display to come back every year, you need to know when to prune magnolia.

Perfect for any garden, planting a magnolia tree makes a statement, and is one of the few plants that can increase the value of your property. While you may be inclined to whip out your pruning saw or secateurs to tidy up the branches of your magnolia tree, it’s important to understand that pruning at the wrong time could lead to damage and disease.

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