When Is The Best Time Of Year To Cut Back A Weeping Willow?

Question

we have an older weeping willow that needs a little help our neighbor cut his all the way back to the trunk don’t remember when but it did come back rather nice so when would be the best time

Answer 1

Your neighbor may have gone too far. Pruning constitutes selecting a central leader and trimming off competing branches and also trimming off weak branches. Here is how:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/willow/weeping-willow-pruning.htm

Weeping willows really aren't suitable for a city yard. They are ideal for parks and large areas.