Jun 30, 2013 · The bark coming off can be from many causes, too-- animal damage, insect damage, lightning strike, frost cracks, disease, improperly removed branch; or there are some trees …

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 …

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 …

Feb 9, 2025 · Our resident pileated woodpecker is knocking off chunks of bark on our old oak tree. Why and is the tree OK?

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. …

Jun 23, 2017 · Peeling bark is not always cause for concern. For instance, the crabapple variety 'Brandywine' has beautiful exfoliating bark that is natural to the tree and one of its nicest features. …

May 25, 2025 · Luckily, the lady beetle larvae are natural predators for the crape myrtle bark scale. University of Maryland Extension studies have found that many populations of the crape myrtle bark …

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 …

Feb 15, 2024 · Another possibility is that another nearby tree fell and scraped off bark as it went. How does the leafy canopy look? Healthy and full? Given how close the tree is to homes, you may want to …

Jul 6, 2025 · Our one sycamore is shedding bark more than usual. We are concerned that the tree is stressed. Any advice is appreciated.