Peeling bark on a maple can indicate a canker — a localized area of dead or dying tissue.
Trees will attempt to compartmentalize the wound, but decay can still develop in that area.
Whether it’s a serious issue depends largely on location. A tree deep in the woods may pose little risk. The same defect near a house, driveway, or frequently used area would require closer evaluation.
by BotanicalSolutionsNY
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