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Poplar Bark Damage from Equipment: Proper Wound Care

When grading equipment scrapes bark off a poplar, use a sharp knife to trim loose bark back to where it adheres firmly. The tree will naturally "wall off" the wound and begin sealing it. Do not apply tar—thick coatings trap moisture and invite pests. Brown spray paint can mask the raw wood aesthetically if desired.

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