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Hello. I am attaching some pictures of the maple tree in my backyard. I am in Bay City Michigan. There is a dead limb or branch in the middle of the t...
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Maple Tree #869357
Asked May 20, 2024, 7:12 PM EDT
Hello. I am attaching some pictures of the maple tree in my backyard. I am in Bay City Michigan. There is a dead limb or branch in the middle of the tree. We are worried that there is something wrong with the tree can you give us any direction?
Bay County Michigan
Expert Response
The dead branch in your tree could have several causes, as outlined in the this attachment: https://apps.extension.umn.edu/garden/diagnose/plant/deciduous/maple/branchesdead.html
My recommendation would be to engage a Certified Arborist to do an on-site inspection and evaluation. We suggest Certified Arborists because they must pass a test and must acquire continuing education. You can locate such individuals at http://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist/findanarborist.aspx
