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By Green70

Lancashire, United Kingdom Gb

I have developed a growth on the bark of various trees and shrubs in my garden any ideas on treatment or is it best left alone



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It's just lichen, won't cause any harm, but if you find it unsightly, you can wash it off gently with a solution of horticultural soap and water, or eco washing up liquid diluted in a lot of water.

19 Apr, 2011

 

Yes I agree its lichen. I think it gives the tree or shrub character. Harmless though :)

19 Apr, 2011

 

Thank you Bamboo and Pam 24 for your help as you say it is not unsightly so I will leave it Many thanks.

19 Apr, 2011

 

Supposed to mean the air's clean - otherwise it wouldn't grow, lol.

19 Apr, 2011

 

Thanks Bamboo that's good to know I will enjoy the fresh air out there now.

19 Apr, 2011

How do I say thanks?

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