Tree trunks are painted white along roadsides and fields as a protection against “sunscald.” During winter, direct sunlight can warm bark while surrounding air remains frozen; when temperatures drop suddenly at night, the rapid cooling causes the bark to crack, opening the tree to disease and severe damage.
To prevent this, growers apply a diluted latex paint that reflects sunlight, maintaining a stable bark temperature during extreme day-to-night swings. Acting like sunscreen, this simple and inexpensive treatment protects young or vulnerable trees from harsh seasonal weather… CLICK BELOW TO READ MORE
