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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 2, 2018
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    Sycamore Trees shed bark; the rate of this may appear darker or lighter on the trunk, depending on the age of the tree.
    I don't know what vines you are referencing, but I would suggest you talking with your local County Extension Office. They can tell you the type of vine you mention as well as how to remove from your trees.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sycamore/sycamore-tree-care.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 25, 2018
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    The sticky substance is Honey Dew, it's the residue from pests.
    Do a bit more searching; likely culprits are Aphids, Mealy Bugs or soft Scale.

    Treat with Neem Oil.
    These links will help you.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-honeydew.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    July 1, 2018
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    Start with a soil test. Your tree may have nutritional deficiencies responsible for small leaves. Here is an article that discusses tree fertilization. Check the website of your state extension service because each area of the country has particular soil needs. Routine fertilization will not correct current deficiency, just keep it from getting worse. A soil test will tell you how to correct any deficiencies. Regular watering of a tree that has been fertilized is very important.
    http://www.mortonarb.org/trees-plants/tree-and-plant-advice/horticulture-care/fertilizing

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 31, 2018
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    There is no set time, really. You can prune as needed, and they will recover. They are very hardy trees.Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sycamore/sycamore-tree-care.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 29, 2019
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    Yes, but have care, and wear a mask. These can cause some irritation to the lungs. Here is an article for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sycamore/sycamore-tree-care.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    July 20, 2019
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    I found an article with great pictures. https://naturewalk.yale.edu/trees/platanaceae/platanus-occidentalis/american-sycamore-29
    The fluffy hairs can be irritating if inhaled. Wearing a mask is advised or shake/pound the seeds free in a paper bag.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 19, 2019
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    The seeds surround a small seed head.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/sycamore/sycamore-tree-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    August 28, 2019
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    That is nothing to worry about and is just the rain dissolving chemicals from the bark of the tree as it runs down. Air combines to form foam. You see similar foaming where water runs across rocks in a waterfall.

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