Mechanical Bark Damage on Bramley Apple Tree: Old Injury, Slow Decay

Bramley apple tree base shows dark, cracked bark.

Diagnosis

Old mechanical injury (lawnmower, tools, equipment) allowing decay organisms entry. Rot is slow, progressive, irreversible.

Management

Prevent further injury. Keep watered and fertilized for vigorous growth. Keep equipment away from trunk. No treatment reverses existing decay.