Tree is growing crooked

Question

Hello, I’m wonder if anyone has any advice on how to correct the way this tree is leaning. It does seem to have a crack in the trunk of the weight on one side. I have pruned the tree a little to take the load of one side. Also should I be worried about the crack?

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Answer 1

This article will help with a cracked tree: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/cracking-tree-trunks.htm

This article will help with a leaning tree: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/straighten-tree.htm