apple tree scraped by deer

Question

How do I repair an apple tree (4-5 in. dia.) that has been scraped by buck deer? Scrape is 20 to 30 percent around tree and about 18 in. long.

Answer 1

Here are some articles that will help you:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/repairing-tree-bark-damage.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/deer/deer-rubbing-tree-bark.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/deer/how-to-protect-trees-from-deer.htm