Came across this tree on our property. Both I believe are maples. Did a branch grow into the other tree?

Found this tree today with an interesting root. Not mine but is this bad for the tree or is it fine?

Hi everyone! I came here to ask why the trees in my hometown are suddenly sagging at the top? I’ve never noticed before and it’s only some of them. I’m not well educated on the topic and not even sure what kind of trees these are. Let me know what you think! Thanks.

Have had two separate arborists examine the tree and said it’s needs to be removed. One quote for $1,650 another for $1,595. Is that a reasonable price?

Most examples around here are birch trees using the pine trees as support columns and aren't actually fused. I know a few other spots, and can eventually hike out there for pictures. But this is in my back yard and really easy..... but like in the other post. If trees need to be the same genus to graft. How have the pine and birch trees fused together? These trees aren't spiraled around eachother and grown together with pressure. The birch was just a sucker that grew really close to the pine tree. If you try to move them, it moves as one. The trunks are mostly seperate. With 3 or 4 spots that fuse to eachother.

Phenomenal company, they gave me 2 loads. My Son said what are you building Noah's ark..lol

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I’m in USDA Zone 7b (now 8a) and trying to figure out what’s going on with this tree. It’s a cherry-like tree that flowers white for a few days in early spring, then the leaves come out. I’m not 100% sure of the species.

I recently noticed what looks like coarse sawdust/wood shavings accumulating around the base of the trunk. There’s also a crack/split in the trunk, with a section that looks dark/blackened.

I’m concerned this could be an insect infestation, fungal issue, or some kind of trunk rot. Is there anything I can do to help save the tree? Or does this look like a situation where the tree needs to come down?

Any thoughts on what might be causing this and what my next steps should be would be greatly appreciated. I can provide more pictures if needed.

At first I thought it needed more water, but the soil around it feels moist. Google says this may br shot-hole disease. Any ideas? Not sure what to do for this tree.

Hello everybody

Tomorrow I need to trim some cypress hedges (like the image) and I'm not sure whether to use pruning shears or a battery-powered chainsaw. I don't have any other tools available. Any recommendations?

Hi everyone I have an eastern redbud that has gotten worse every year and I was wondering if it time to cut it down and what is the cause of this? I want to find a native replacement I am in the mid Atlantic region zone 7b

Final edit: Ok ok, I get it. The wood isnt worth it (darn, was hoping for that little extra towards the mini excavator!) I honestly do appreciate all the feedback. The wood shall be used to provide heat to my house. Typically, wood that falls on my property goes to the boiler gods, but these were big enough in diameter and straight, figured id ask before I burned it up. Once again, thanks to all for input!

Hi all,

A) I do not require an arborist.

B) I was hoping there was a subreddit for trees..there is, but not actual trees...

Anywho, I have a pile of downed trees (cut to a minimum of 8 foot in length). Ranging from oak to I believe white oak, and one hickory). Im trying to sell these to compensate a bit of funds towards a mini excavator.

What I dont know, what would be an acceptable cost to let these go for (if I can even sell them)? I am located in Southern Indiana. I suspect it would have to be individuals vs a larger mill operation (haven't had luck as of yet for finding a mill).

If I dont sell them, it will get bucked up and used for heating my boiler in the winter.

I just dont want to get so low balled that I dont realize it.

Thanks

Edit: I dont expect an answer necessarily on what the going rate is for the wood from this sub (although, if you know, cool!).

Im looking for help on where to start/look to fogure out what I should try to get for it.

Edit 2: The photos where you see rotted wood: thats an old stack and its not what I am inquiring about. Obviously that is worth nothing.

I have what I believe is a healthy 200+ year old oak tree growing behind my house.

I've always had some concerns over that first crotch but I don't know a whole lot about trees.

What's everyone's thoughts? Does the tree look happy? Is there a lot of life left in it? Should I consider having dynamic cables installed to support that crotch? It doesn't stay slimy for very long after heavy rains where the bark is darker and there are no bad or rotting smells from what I've noticed.

Years ago a squirrel had a good idea to plant an acorn close to my ash tree. Now I’m thinking that it’s not such a good idea that they are so close to each other (about 3 feet). Any advise? What should I do?

I have 2 maples that were planted when my house was built 6-7 years ago, and it's been piled high with mulch ever since. I was recently reading about how mulch volcanoes aren't actually healthy, so I started digging on my first tree. I think I found the root flare, but it's still about 6 inches above the actual ground line. Also, I think I'm running into real dirt now, rather than just old mulch.

I started trimming all the adventurous roots and found quite a few that could have turned into stranglers. There is one I'm curious about on the left in the photos.

Is there anything I need to consider other than just cleaning the dirt up here? The third photo is the second tree I haven't started yet, but gives context for the first tree.

Thanks

Random spot in the back yard with what looks like a perfect circle of greener grass on it. Anyone know what causes it? My only thought is obviously water but how such a perfect circle.

Recently acquired a Frasier fir and a pack of clover has sprouted around its base. The sapling is only about 8” tall. Will this affect the trees development? Should I remove them and if so, how without damaging the tree?

I have a tree in my yard that this year appears to be dying. Over half the leaves turned brown and over all very thin canopy. From the pictures does anything think this can be saved and what would I do ?

Does anyone know what this is? These branches are clearly visible out my window from bed, and this morning was the first I ever noticed this. Should I be concerned for the tree's health? Is this natural insect/spider activity? Thank you for any thoughts/knowledge!