A bark on a tree is what skin is to our body, and just like humans, it needs to heal and regrow from time to time to stay its most healthiest. There are a number of things that can cause a tree to shed its bark, and the majority of these things are not anything to be worried about. In some cases, animals strip the bark near the base of the tree, or there can be an infestation or fungus that is the cause. We have put together a short list of reasons trees lose their bark and when/if you should worry.
New Layer
As trees get bigger, their layers increase in numbers. As the fibrous tissues on the inside of the tree expand, the bark will, consequentially, shed to make room for that new growth. Young trees, on the other hand, will rarely shed their bark because the skin is still soft. Older trees don’t share the same elasticity which can result in minor splitting, cracking, and shedding as the tree grows. In some tree species, the bark will curl up in strips. Healthy trees will heal their bark quickly while sick trees may be slow to heal or not heal at all.
Diseased Tree
Sometimes, fungus can grow underneath a tree, making the tree shed its bark. If you have a tree that is shedding, but in weird, often irregular patches and spots, chances are it has a fungus. Diseases such as canker can get in through the tree bark when this happens, it can lead to tree death if not remedied. Most canker diseases appear as black, brown, or red lesions on the bark of a healthy tree. This ailment is frequently found in birch, maples, beech, and willow trees. Extreme temperature fluctuation, too much water, or not enough water is typically the cause of cankers.
Damage from Insects & Critters
Whereas animals move around constantly, trees stay still and do not move whatsoever. Animals like voles, porcupines, and squirrels often make meals or homes out of the bark from trees. Woodpeckers are another bane to our immobile friends. They often end up pecking holes into the tree to allow the sap to flow in an effort to attract insects for their meal. Some birds even peck away parts of the bark to build their homes with. Most healthy or young trees are able to heal from this type of damage, but some trees can lose branches depending on the severity of the damage.
Bugs can have a negative effect on certain tree species. In most cases, these infestations are highly localized and only last a couple of years at a time. In very rare cases, some infestations can cause an epidemic among the tree population in an entire area.
How Five Star Tree Services Can Help
When you see that you're trees are damaged or not doing well in terms of health, it can be hard to deal with. Sometimes, even the natural cycle of a trees life can seem worrisome. If you think that your tree may be suffering from fungus, infestation or some other issue, no need to worry any further because our team can help. The arborists here at Five Star Tree Services are highly qualified and happy to assist. Give us a call at (416) 990-3355 to set up a time for us to come by and evaluate your trees. Our team looks forward to hearing from you. We’re eager to help with any Richmond Hill tree removal or tree service you might require.
https://www.arborcrafttreeservices.com.au/maroonda-tree-works-permits Under the Maroondah Planning Scheme, a planning permit is required.
If you wish to remove any vegetation that is shown to exist on a previous planning permit landscape plan, you may need to seek a permit amendment or written consent from Council.
Removal of any native vegetation in a Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO) area Removal of any native vegetation from a property greater than 4000m3 (1 acre).
SLO and VPO areas cover most of Maroondah and can be identified by: Using our online mapping - enter your address in the bottom left, then in the upper right hand corner you will see the planning overlays (VPO, SLO etc) that apply to your property Visiting the City Offices Service Centre, Braeside Avenue, Ringwood Telephoning Statutory Planning Services on 9298 4287, giving your street address.
If you wish to remove any vegetation that is shown to exist on a previous planning permit landscape plan, regardless of its size or type, you may need to seek a permit amendment or written consent from Council General Exemptions You do not need to apply for a permit if: You are complying with a notice to clear fire hazards, specifically referring to trees or antive vegetation Clearance of electricity lines is required (only the minimum to keep the line clear ) You wish to prune a tree for regeneration or ornamental shaping A planning permit that authorised the tree removal has been previously approved for the site and is still valid.
You may still need to submit an application to amend an approved landscape plan - please check specific permit requirements by contacting Council.
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