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When your deciduous shrub has gotten out of hand, lost its shape, or is too congested and needs a serious overhaul, you should prune the main uprights between November and March. Be sure to remove the older stems that are not very productive. This is a suitable pruning method for shrubs such as magnolias or forsythias.
