An area on the outside of a tree trunk that appears to be stained white or looks wet during summer is likely bacterial ...

However, the practice of painting tree trunks is quite purposeful ... can cause the bark to expand and contract, leading to cracks which are ideal entry points for pests and diseases.

Your tree’s trunk is its backbone. If you notice significant cracks or splits, especially those that run deep, it’s a big red flag. These fissures can weaken the structural integrity of the ...

was discovered in an ash tree located inside city limits, according to a city press release. The department discovered the infestation after finding woodpecker damage, bark cracks and telltale S ...

Last year, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) confirmed emerald ash borer (EAB) in ash trees located inside the city limits. The MDA found woodpecker damage, bark cracks and tell-tale S ...

The slime oozes out through bark cracks, then dries leaving the white stain. The wet appearing bark and ooze often create concern there is decay in the tree. While decay could be present somewhere ...