{"id":14145,"date":"2015-08-08T06:29:57","date_gmt":"2015-08-08T13:29:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gardenerstips.co.uk\/blog\/?p=14145"},"modified":"2015-08-06T09:10:56","modified_gmt":"2015-08-06T16:10:56","slug":"bark","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardenerstips.co.uk\/blog\/articles\/trees-and-shrubs\/tree-root-and-branch\/bark\/","title":{"rendered":"Bark that Looks Like Barcodes"},"content":{"rendered":"

All you want to know about the outer covering of a tree trunk is contained in our recommended books. Our own pictures and comments describe different types of bark and provide some comments for gardeners.
\nWhy keep a tree and bark yourself?<\/p>\n

\"Bark<\/a><\/p>\n

Tree rings are something children learn about when aging trees.
\nThe outer bark is dead cells the tree wishes to shed, the inner bark and cambium lead to sapwood and heartwood. It is the growing and resting of the cambium layer that helps date trees.<\/p>\n

\"Acer<\/a><\/p>\n

Types of Bark<\/h3>\n

Smooth<\/strong> which speaks for itself like Beech
\nFurrowed<\/strong> like Black Walnut or Fibrous<\/strong> bark is furrowed but the furrows themselves are also furrowed.
\nScaly<\/strong> bark like pine or plated<\/strong> which is like scaly but the scales are much larger or even Shaggy<\/strong> with large scales loose at both ends.
\nWarty <\/strong>bark may be inherited or due to insects or disease.
\nOther descriptions<\/a> will indicate the texture or appearance like snake-skin, spiky or Corky<\/p>\n

\"Betula<\/a><\/p>\n

The cambium <\/strong> layer is only a few cells thick and grows both xylem and phloem. The bark’s phloem transports nutrients from the leaves to the roots. Xylem carries water and minerals from the roots to the leaves.<\/p>\n

\"Thorp<\/a>
\nBark develops and changes with age. A young Sycamore trees usually has smooth, silvery-grey bark that is occasionally brown. As the tree ages the bark develops cracks followed by large peeling scales.<\/p>\n

\"Acer<\/a><\/p>\n

The outermost part of the bark can often help in identification of the tree species.
\nBark consists of dead cells and often has a characteristic colour and texture that is all designed to protect the underlying tissues from damage.<\/p>\n

\"Barking<\/a><\/p>\n

Gardeners Tips for Bark<\/h3>\n

Protect young trees from damage to the bark caused by rabbits or garden equipment.
\nConsider bark as one of the key decorative<\/a> features of a tree you are planing to grow.
\nBark can add a whole dimension to your gardening enjoyment.<\/p>\n

Recommended Books About Bark<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Book<\/a>
\nBark: An Intimate Look at the World’s Trees by C\u00c3\u00a9dric Pollet<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Book<\/a>
\nTree Bark: A Colour Guide by Hugues Vaucher <\/a><\/p>\n

\"Book<\/a>
\nTrees and Their Bark: A Selection with Stories and Pictures by John Mortimer and Bunny Mortimer <\/a><\/p>\n

Just Published September 2012 Beautiful Trees: Close-Ups of Amazing Tree Bark from Around the World<\/strong> by C\u00c3\u00a9dric Pollet <\/a><\/p>\n

Good Uses of Bark Chippings<\/strong><\/p>\n