Shaping refers to the adjustment of tree growth in the early stage of tree growth (young tree stage) to form a certain ideal tree shape; Pruning refers to the technical measures implemented after molding, the purpose of which is to maintain and develop this established tree type, and of course, it also includes tree type transformation of trees that have not been inspected.

Many trees in landscaping have not been pruned manually, and most of them are in a mess. Trees that have not been pruned (that is, trees that have been allowed to grow) should be pruned reasonably to form an ideal tree shape. The shape of the tree that has been shaped in the early stage is basically determined; In order to maintain and develop an ideal tree shape, make the tree body moderate in height, reasonable in flower distribution, high in artistic level, moderate in flowering and fruiting, and stable in tree body, it is necessary to prune it regularly.

Cut short and update useful branches, and sparsely delete useless branches that interfere with the tree shape, so as to make the branches constantly alternate between old and new, make the branches grow in the predetermined direction, prolong the life of the tree, and maximize greening and beautification.

It can be seen that shaping is the purpose and pruning is the means. Plastic surgery is done by some pruning measures.

Pruning is a technical measure based on plastic surgery and according to the requirements of a certain tree. They are closely related and unified under the requirements of certain cultivation and management purposes.