tree bark damage (Maple Trees, spring, how to, new)

[bmcglinch]

I have a japanese maple that deer seem to have chewed the bark...Is this repairable, or do I need a new tree?

[PAhippo]

If the damage doesn't go all the way around the tree, it should be okay.

[North Beach Person]

To stop them you might want to erect a 6 or 8 foot tall dog wire fence around the tree a couple or three feet away from it. That would be around 18 linear ft.

[need4speed2012]

How to Repair Damaged Tree Bark on Japanese Maple Trees

How to Repair Damaged Tree Bark on Japanese Maple Trees | eHow

[bmcglinch]

Originally Posted by bmcglinch

I have a japanese maple that deer seem to have chewed the bark...Is this repairable, or do I need a new tree?

Thanks! I will see how the tree fairs this spring. I think I am going to wrap the damaged bark so that it stays close to the trunk.. I will repost after the tree puts out buds!