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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    November 15, 2010
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    It sounds like an infection of some kind got into the wound when the branch fell. The tree may have rot inside, which would explain the bark and leaves. Without being there, we would not be able to help you diagnose the tree properly and recommend a course of action. We would recommend that you bring in an arborist or other tree specialist to look at your tree and give advice.

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    Nikki on
    March 11, 2011
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    It sounds like the plant just has a lichen. It is not harmful to the plant. Here is more information:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/treatment-tree-lichen.htm

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    Nikki on
    March 14, 2011
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    As long as the tree has not been girdled (bark loss all the way around the trunk) it can recover. It is best to leave the tree as is and let it heal on its own. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/repairing-tree-bark-damage.htm

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    Heather on
    April 17, 2011
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    I would not attempt to remove the edging from the tree at this time. I would remove any of the edging that has not yet become embedded in the tree, but leave what is embedded in the tree alone. You will do more damage than good by removing it from the tree's trunk tissue. Eventually, the tree will simply completely surround it and you will only see a bit of a disfiguration.

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    Nikki on
    April 18, 2011
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    Nikki on
    April 22, 2011
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    Water close to the ground and in the full area that is below the canopy of the tree.

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  • Answered by
    Heather on
    May 3, 2011
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    No, you should not cover or seal the wounds. This can trap disease into the wounds and make matters worse.

    Chicken wire will work best to keep them off. If you have not read it, this article will help:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/deer/how-to-protect-trees-from-deer.htm

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