We Have a 20 Year Old Ash Tree

At the very base of the tree there is a small soft spot, large enough to put your finger in. What could this be?

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#1 Comment By AnnsGreeneHaus On 07/11/2013 @ 4:10 am

It could be collar rot. This article discussed collar rot on maples: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/maple/maple-tree-bark-disease.htm ^[1]

It might be borer damage. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/ash/emerald-ash-borer.htm ^[2]

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