Mountain Ash Has Woodpecker Holes All Trunk And Branches And Is Leaking Sap

Question From: T. RENNE - Big Rapids, Michigan, United States
Q: I HAVE A MOUNTAIN ASH AND WOODPECKERS HAVE DRILLED HOLES ALL THROUGH THE TRUNK AND BRANCHES THE TREES ARE NOW LEAKING SAP

A: It is best not to try and treat the holes. If it were my tree I would have a certified arborist do an on-site inspection. Your tree may be badly infested insects. To find a professional on your area go to www.tcia.org and enter your zip code. Best Nancy