Keep the organic material on which the plant grows moist at all times. Do not fertilize. We just moved into a house that has several fruit trees. All of them seem to have splits on one side of the trunk. On a very cold day when the late winter sun hits the trunk of a tree, it can stimulate the flow of sap on one side and cause the bark to split.
Larger breaks heal more slowly as the tree grows a layer of tissue across the wound.
If the edges of the wound are ragged, trim the bark with a sharp knife to make a clean edge. If the wound has begun to heal, a roll of new tissue can be seen at the edge of the wound. Do not cut into this tissue. You may also call 444-1755 for answers to your questions. All information contained on this website is the property of Community Publishers .