How to Repair Tree Bark Damage
Many people are unaware of the importance of the tree bark for the tree to survive. The bark is the tree’s skin, and it also transports minerals and nutrients from the roots to the leaves and branches of the tree. The bark also protects for the phloem, which is the equivalent to our human circulatory system.
When the bark is damaged it can be hazardous to the health of tree, as it has no protection from diseases. To protect the bark, you need to know how to repair bark that has been damaged.
The first way to repair damaged tree bark is strap the section of bark that has become detached to prevent the tree from dying prematurely. When the bark has been damaged, it is important to find the missing bark as soon as possible so that you can repair the injury. You can use duct take to reattach the removed bark. You must completely cover the entire area of the injury. The spot affected must be watched daily for signs of infection that can occur with rain and cooler temperatures. After 12 weeks, you can remove the tape from the repaired bark.
If you can’t find the bark that has been removed, the second way to repair the damaged tree bark is to shape the area that has been affected. You need to cut the area affected clean so that it will speed up the tree’s natural ability to heal itself. Start with cutting an oval shape around the damaged area using a knife, with the oval touching the injury at the top and bottom. Never apply any kind of unauthorized or unorthodox tree medication as this can cause more damage and slow the tree’s healing. You need to exam the wound often. Any insects that are found dwelling in the injured area need to be chased off to prevent any further infection from occurring. The tree should recover in a few months but if it does not heal, you will need the help of a professional tree surgeon who can perform more effective methods of bark repair.