Any Tree Doctors? I have a Maple question/problem.?

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A few years ago we planted two Red Maples in our back yard. Last year I noticed a green moss growing at the base of the trunk of the tree closest to the house. Today I noticed it has spread to the other tree, and on the first tree has grown up the trunk about two feet on the North facing side. Am I going to lose the pair, or is this a natural occurence? Can I use anything to control the mosses growth, or kill it, or should I let it be? Thanks in advance.

steviewag · Accepted Answer

This is perfectly natural.  Maples have the type of bark that allows for this growth.  Haven't you been in the woods and seen this on naturally growing trees?  It shows that the tree is receiving adequate moisture.  I think it looks really neat, and natural.  Whoever said to use weed killer must live in an apartment, with artificial plants, with white walls, and never leaves the building.  There have been questions about how to propagate moss, not destroy it.  Leave it the way it is, and be glad that your trees have found their niche and are growing the way nature intended.

Arnold · Answer

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Kerilyn · Answer

I don't think its a big deal.  After all moss does grow on the north side of the tree.

hwfiedler · Answer

Old Boy Scout truism...if lost in the woods remember moss grows on the North side of trees. This is no problem for the trees, and you may come to enjoy it. If you absolutely can't stand it try spraying LIGHTLY with weed killer.

Anonymous · Answer

The sparrow can do more good than a sheep dog - I see. I wonder, what is in it for the sparrow. Usually, animals do not protect another species unless it is a benefit for themselves. Could it be - that the sparrow's nest is lined in fleece? ♥

JD · Answer

There is no problem, there is no harm being done to your trees.

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