noel888 wrote:
I have a dogwood that is growing fast. In fact, so fast that there are
branches heading for my neighbors garden. I was wondering if it would
be a good idea to nip them off during this season? Thanks

Depends how big they are. I do preventive pruning (pinching) whenever I
see a tiny new twig growing where I don't want a branch. This is minimally
stressful for the tree. Major pruning should be reserved for the dormant
season, in most cases.

If your neighbor is likely to start hacking at the tree unless you prune
it now, then prune it now.

The bottom line: don't cause the tree unnecessary physiological stress.

Una