An area on the outside of a tree trunk that appears to be stained white or looks wet during summer is likely bacterial ...

The slime oozes out through bark cracks, then dries leaving the white stain. The wet appearing bark and ooze often create concern there is decay in the tree. While decay could be present somewhere ...

Your tree’s trunk is its backbone. If you notice significant cracks or splits, especially those that run deep, it’s a big red flag. These fissures can weaken the structural integrity of the ...