Cotswolds Garden - FAQs
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Espaliering magnolias (training them flat against a wall or frame) is less common but possible for some species. This form of training requires more specific and regular pruning. The main structural pruning should be done when dormant in late winter/early spring to maintain the framework. Summer pruning, after flowering, is crucial to shorten side shoots and encourage the development of flowering spurs close to the main stems. This intensive pruning allows the plant to fit into a specific space and maximise flower display.