How to Repair Damaged Tree Bark

Tree bark plays a very important role in the survival of the trees. Aside from acting as the plant' s skin, it also is used to transport nutrients and minerals from the roots to various parts of the plant like the leaves and branches. In addition to this, tree bark protects the phloem/xylem, which has functions that are similar to the functions of the circulatory system of human-being.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Knife
• Bark
• Duct Tape

1. Removing the bark of the tree can damage and kill the tree because it will become susceptible to plant illnesses that are commonly caused by insects. In this regard, it is important that every one of us should have sufficient knowledge on how to repair damaged tree bark. Strapping the removed portion of the bark is important to avoid premature death of the tree. As soon as the bark has been removed from the tree, find the missing piece of bark. If the missing piece is not found, go to Step 4.

2. Get duct tape and use it to attach the damaged part to the bark back onto the tree. Be sure to cover the entire damaged area with the tape. When you cover it, put the bark back into place first then place tape over it.

3. Check the affected part of the tree every day. This will save the tree from infections caused by cold temperature and rains. Wait for 12 weeks and remove the tape.

4. What you have to do is clean cut the affected area. Get a sharp knife and cut an oval shape around the affected area. By doing this, the natural healing process of the tree will occur. Check this as often as possible and try to remove an insects that could possibly further injure the tree. If the recovery does not happen in 2-3 weeks, seek professional help.