Bark Damage Caused by Deer

Question

We have had a large buck deer come through our front yard this past winter/spring regularly. The deer decided he liked our little red maple tree to rub on. The bark has been damaged about three feet long and a third of the way around the tree, which is about four inches in diameter. What should we do to help the tree heal?

Answer 1

The following articles should be of some help to you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/deer/how-to-protect-trees-from-deer.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/repairing-tree-bark-damage.htm