tree cutting

[CLARK LAWN]

what is the name of the black stuff you put on a tree branch after cutting it to protect it? i cant remeber for the life of me and i need some.

[billslawn89]

i was always told never to use the stuff..it prevents the tree from healing.

[treeman574]

its called Tree- Kote or tree salve but do not use it cut the tree at the branch collar and allow it heal naturally. the tree kote acts as a foregin substance and the tree has to work to hard to compartamentalize it and heal. its a NO NO!!!!

[Runner]

Also called pruning sealer. And yes,...the above is true. It's not what it is cracked up to be.

[Fourstar Lawnscaping]

Go to the auto parts store and buy spray under coating and use it.

[Runner]

LOL...Do NOT use undercoating! This can be volatile to an open wound in a tree. That would be like exposing it to kerosene or paint thinner.

[Michael J. Donovan]

hey guys...have you checked out our tree forum yet - www.treeservicessite.com

just thought you might want to ask this question or continue this discussion over there :waving:

[Runner]

Sorry to stretch it out, Michael,...just wanted to correct a rather "bad" idea.

Sorry! Don't take it wrong Bill! lol:drinkup: Get hold of me for breakfast! I got a cool place right by where your wife works!:)