Mature trees and hard soil - Ask Extension
Hello. I have 2 themed questions.
1) I have mature Oak trees and are experiencing situations where the bark is beginning to randomly fall off. Do...
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Mature trees and hard soil #867383
Asked May 07, 2024, 10:13 AM EDT
Hello. I have 2 themed questions.
1) I have mature Oak trees and are experiencing situations where the bark is beginning to randomly fall off. Do I have pests or something causing tis?
2) I live in Milaca and the soil here is so very hard. I am having a very difficult time getting proper irrigation and am looking for recommendations on what I can do to mitigate the soil and make it more plant friendly.
Any recommendations would be appreciated!
Mille Lacs County Minnesota
Expert Response
There are a number of reasons why bark might be shedding from your oak tree. Look to see if there seem to be other problems with your tree, which would help with a diagnosis. For detailed information on this condition, see https://yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu/how-to/shedding-peeling-and-splitting-bark-shade-trees
Another panelist recently gave a detailed answer to a question similar to yours. I am attaching it so that you can check the links and determine a course of action for your ground. He basically recommends a soil test to help you determine what amendments would be helpful to make pliable soil.
https://ask2.extension.org/kb/faq.php?id=740211
Good luck with your projects.
Another panelist recently gave a detailed answer to a question similar to yours. I am attaching it so that you can check the links and determine a course of action for your ground. He basically recommends a soil test to help you determine what amendments would be helpful to make pliable soil.
https://ask2.extension.org/kb/faq.php?id=740211
Good luck with your projects.
