In SW France (arguably the plum/prune capital of the world) they prune in
February, when it's v.cold and wet. P'raps it doesn't really matter.

Neil

"Neil Cooper" wrote in message
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I have 4 old plum trees. Can I prune them now? I never know when is the
right time so any advice would be appreciated. I live in Cumbria.

Thanks Neil