That painted tree with a white trunk has a secret meaning. Find out why gardeners and farmers do it, and how it helps protect the tree from harm.

Painting the trunks of trees with a white latex paint (do not use oil-based) is an easy way to protect the trees from southwest injury because the white surface reflects more sunlight and the ...

Q: My dad helped me plant a couple of young apple trees in my backyard last weekend and so far, so good. After we finished I said the only thing I had left to do was paint the trunks white.

Question: What do you recommend for winter care of fruit trees? Bette A., Albuquerque Answer: Last week, we addressed this question by learning about cold-hardiness and how to avoid drought stress ...

What is the purpose of the tan coating applied to the bottom of tree trunks at Left Hand Park? Bug, beaver or deer deterrence ...

Abnormal weather conditions can cause tree trunks to split. The problem with trees at least 7 years old is that, during winter, the angle of the sun can cause the tree trunk to be 60 degrees ...