
Sooty Mold and Scale on Crepe Myrtle - Ask Extension
Jul 26, 2025 · White spots on crapemyrtle bark is an insect called Crapemyrtle Bark Scale, and they are treatable. The insects suck plant sap, and they excrete a clear, sugary waste liquid called honeydew. …
Plum Tree Bark Question - Ask Extension
Mar 4, 2025 · “Split bark, or vertical cracks along the lower tree stem of young trees, most commonly occurs on thin-barked trees like plum trees. Cracks can become long-term open wounds that are …
Redbud Bark Disease - Ask Extension
Jan 25, 2018 · I flaked off a larger piece of the loose bark and underneath was a slight bit if white/gray fungal growth. Could you tell me what the problem is and how I can treat it.
Weeping cherry tree bark issue - Ask Extension
Aug 20, 2022 · Both larvae and adult borers use the weeping cherry tree's bark as a successful hiding place and feeding area. As they feed and move about the bark, sap leaks from the orifices. It is …
Oak tree bark peeling/breaking off - Ask Extension
Nov 20, 2021 · The bark is separating low on the trunk and the tree top is heavy looking. You may not want to delay having the tree assessed. Marian Answered by the Home and Garden Information …
How to repair tree damage caused by deer - Ask Extension
Sep 2, 2021 · Our 5" in diamater maple tree was ravaged by deer antler rubbing. It is on one side of the tree, bark is shredded in approx 1/4 of the trunk. How best to help the tree heal?
Crabapple bark split - Ask Extension
Nov 15, 2016 · Bark splitting can be caused by many things. In fact, some varieties of crabapple exfoliate their bark naturally. I'm ruling out the most common cause of bark splitting in your case - …
Sweetgum bark - Ask Extension
Sep 22, 2024 · Sweetgum naturally has "winged" extensions/projections (sometimes called "corky ridges") growing off of the bark, and tree bark often changes in texture as the tree ages. Since trees …
What is the best bark for blueberrie: Fir, Cedar, or Hemlock #386190
Feb 23, 2017 · What is the best bark for blueberries Cedar or hemlock or fir Marion County Oregon Expert Response Thank you for your question about mulching blueberries. In the Extension …
Japanese maple trunk damage - Ask Extension
Oct 18, 2023 · Wayne County Michigan Expert Response Hello, Based on what I see in your images: According to the Michigan State University Extension, a Japanese Maple tree's bark can peel off for …