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Q.Split Tree

Zone Mason Ill 62443 | Anonymous added on January 11, 2023 | Answered

I have a crimson maple tree that has a 5 ft long split in the trunk about 8 ft from ground about 1/4 inch open. It shows no signs of being struck by lightning. Looked just perfect when leaves were on. Tree is about 25 ft tall.

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on January 12, 2023

It probably is weather related, and you do not need to try to seal it. The link below should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/cracking-tree-trunks.htm

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