Apple Tree Bark Shedding: Normal Spring Process

Bark peeling off lower trunk in spring = normal growth. As long as cambium (green under bark) is healthy and no splitting/decay, tree is fine.

Annual Care

1. Late winter: dormant oil spray (kills overwintering eggs).
2. Pre-bloom: first all-purpose fruit spray.
3. Post-petal fall: spray every 10-14 days through summer.

No pest problem indicated.