Pruning comes in 4 different forms, Each of these have there own purpose but also maintain one major goal. Health of the tree. Pruning trees is a way to specify growth in healthier ways. Removing dead branches, thinning low priority limbs, branches and shoots, raising the canopy, and reducing the weight of overly heavy branches. These pruning methods are conducted in a manor that will not harm the tree but help it thrive. Proper pruning helps nutrients and water flow to vital organs and releases the tree of stresses and unwanted organs. Pruning our trees will lead to controlled, healthy growth that will let our trees thrive.