AusBonsai

I have just noticed an old scar on my poinciana trunk has rotted away from the inside and left a large crater. I have removed the rotted wood but i am not sure if I should try to seal it or just let nature take its course. I really dont want to lose this one as it is my largest. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

Do you keep it wet?


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Elmar

Paint it with "Earls wood hardener" and it should stop it rotting more and give time to roll over.

Ken

Ditto for what Ken said. If you do a large cut on these trees make sure the water can drain away and seal it. They seem to be a bit soft and susceptible to rot in the trunk.