{"id":824,"date":"2019-06-18T16:26:30","date_gmt":"2019-06-18T16:26:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/?p=824"},"modified":"2019-06-18T16:26:30","modified_gmt":"2019-06-18T16:26:30","slug":"how-to-remove-fungus-from-tree-bark","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treeservicefishers.com\/blog\/how-to-remove-fungus-from-tree-bark\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Fungus From Tree Bark"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You might be under the impression that your landscaping trees have mold growing on them. However, what you are seeing is actually a dual-organism of both fungus and algae called tree lichens<\/em>. The good news is that these lichens will not harm your tree in any way. On the other hand, they are considered quite unsightly to most, so it is common to remove the growths to make trees look more appealing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you feel the same way about your landscaping trees, continue\nreading to learn more about tree lichens, including how to safely remove this\ncommon, seasonal fungal growth from tree bark.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Bark branch, lichen tree algae. Macro.\nAged lichen tree branch background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tree Lichens<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned, tree lichens are actually a dual-organism,\ncontaining both fungus and algae. They share a mutually-beneficial, or symbiotic<\/em>, relationship since the fungal\nportion collects and retains moisture, which algae needs to survive, while the\nalgae converts the sun\u2019s energy into food for the fungus to feed on (photosynthesis<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2-Method Approach to Tree Lichen Removal<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

There are two methods to removing tree lichens that must be\nused in combination to achieve lasting results. First, you must remove the\nactual growths; then, you must make the proper environmental modifications to\nprevent it from coming back. Here is what you need and how to get started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You Need:<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

✔ Work Gloves
✔ Landscaping Trash Bags
✔ Soft Bristled Scrubbing Brush
✔ Mild Dish Soap
✔ Clean Water
✔ Plastic Bucket or Container<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Remove Tree Fungus:<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 Fill your bucket or container with clean, warm water mixed\nwith a small amount of mild dish soap. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 Put on your work gloves, open a trash bag, and grab your soft bristled scrubbing brush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 Gently scrape the tree lichens off of the bark using small, delicate strokes and light pressure. If you use too much pressure, you can damage the tree bark, which can invite pest infestations and tree diseases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 As you scrape the accumulations off, gather them in a trash bag for easy disposal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 Once you have the majority of the lichens scraped away, rinse your brush clean and then dip it into your soapy solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 Apply the soapy wash gently using your soft bristled brush. Do not use too much pressure. Be careful to not use too much water. You do not want to get the bark too wet. Only use enough solution to clear away the mess. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2619 Allow the tree bark to dry, and then dispose of all your garbage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Go a Step Further<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

If you want to prevent tree lichens from growing back, you\nwill need to make some environmental modifications. This means changing the landscaping\nconditions to be poorly suited for fungal and algae growth. Tree lichens grow\nbest in cool, partly sunny, moist areas. So make these changes and keep your\nbark dry, and tree lichens should be a problem of the past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Professional Tree Care in Fishers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Call 317-537-9770<\/strong> for professional Fishers tree service<\/a> you can trust. We are highly trained and experienced tree care contractors that offer a wide range of residential and commercial tree services at competitive prices. We also offer tree service coupons and discounts! Request a free estimate for Fishers tree service, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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