Maple Tree - dead branches - Ask Extension
I am wondering if there is anything I can do for my maple tree. When we purchased our house 15 years ago, the trunk had a large split. The tree was ...
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Maple Tree - dead branches #867539
Asked May 08, 2024, 10:35 AM EDT
I am wondering if there is anything I can do for my maple tree. When we purchased our house 15 years ago, the trunk had a large split. The tree was thriving. The last couple years, I have noticed branches dying. I’ve been trimming them back but I’m worried there is something more happening because this year I noticed the bark looks different.
I appreciate any information or advice you ca. provide.
Isanti County Minnesota
Expert Response
I don't see anything obviously wrong with the tree. The crack is an old sunscald crack, a common malady of maple trees. There appear to be a number of dead branches, so the tree definitely needs some maintenance. Furthermore, I can see a number of weak architectural points (crossing and touching branches, included wood, and so on). I think you should contact a certified arborist to find out how to proceed:
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist
https://www.treesaregood.org/findanarborist
