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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    July 30, 2011
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    It is likely not sooty canker. Sooty canker is named that because the wound looks like it is filled with soot. The weather could very well be the reason that the bark split. Cherry trees have thin bark and if temperatures have fluctuated significantly in a short period (such as 70 F to 90 F), the bark could have split due to this. It should heal on its own, but if it looks deep, have a local arborist take a look at it.

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    Nikki on
    August 3, 2011
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    Fruit trees are very susceptible to frost cracks or bark splitting due to the fact that they have thin bark. These are caused by drastic temperature fluctuations, especially in the winter. This then causes sap oozing. It usually does not harm the tree.

    It could also be caused by peach borers, which affect several kinds of fruit trees. This article will help determine if this is the cause or not: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/peach-tree-borer.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 4, 2011
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    Your weeeping cherry is most likely grafted. A swollen or scarred boil at or near the base of the tree indicates a graft. You will find the following article helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/pruning-weeping-cherry.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 7, 2011
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    Fruit trees are very susceptible to frost cracks or bark splitting due to the fact that they have thin bark. These are cause by drastic temperature fluctuations, especially in the winter or by warm sun on the tree in the winter time. This then causes sap oozing. It can be reduced by providing some extra protection to the tree, especially the lower part of the tree. Normally, a paper wrap is used to give the trunk some extra winter protection.

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    Nikki on
    August 10, 2011
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    Here is an article that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/weeping-cherry/pruning-weeping-cherry.htm

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    Nikki on
    August 24, 2011
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    Fruit trees are very susceptible to frost cracks or bark splitting due to the fact that they have thin bark. These are caused by drastic temperature fluctuations, especially in the winter or by warm sun on the tree in the winter time. This then causes sap oozing. It can be reduced by providing some extra protection to the tree, especially the lower part of the tree. Normally, a paper wrap is used to give the trunk some extra winter protection.

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