What is all over the bark of my fruit trees?

Question

I have a flower like, gray fungus all over the bark of my fruit trees and a light green something that resembles a small tree. What are they and how do I get rid of it?

Answer 1

It sounds like lichen. It is not harmful to the tree and many people consider it a visually interesting addition to trees, but if you want to get rid of it, this article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/treatment-tree-lichen.htm