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Walnut tree & (tree bark) damage #873462

Asked June 17, 2024, 2:35 PM EDT

had a pickup truck run into 2 walnut trees in front yard. fair amount of bark was ripped off trees. what can be done to help keep the trees from dying. thanks.

Kent County Michigan

Expert Response

Hi Steve,

It would be very helpful if you could attach pictures of the damage to the bark of your trees as well as a picture of the overall tree(s) as they sit in your landscape.

The problem with outer bark coming off is that the layer immediately underneath it carry moisture and nutrients to the canopy of the tree. If the damage is severe, that portion of the tree fed by the damaged part may not survive. How deep do you estimate the damage is, i.e., does it appear to be merely the outer, dead bark?

You may find this diagram interesting. Please note that we do not endorse this particular tree service, but I thought the diagram was informative.

https://www.acompletetreecare.com/blog/what-are-the-layers-of-a-tree-trunk/

An Ask Extension Expert Replied June 18, 2024, 12:08 PM EDT
thank you for the response i will send a couple pics.
steve

On Tue, Jun 18, 2024 at 12:08 PM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied June 19, 2024, 3:43 PM EDT
Hi, just checking —Will you be able to provide some photos?
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