How to use Treekote tree wound dressing?

Apply Treekote tree wound dressing directly over any pruning cut larger than ½ inch — this seals the exposed wood against moisture loss, decay fungi, and sap-feeding beetles that spread diseases like oak wilt.

Clean the cut surface of debris, then apply Treekote wound dressing within 3 days of the cut — same day for oaks during spring and early summer when beetle flight is active. For the aerosol format, spray from 8–10 inches away for even coverage. For the brush-top or tub formats, apply a thin, uniform coat over the entire wound face. The asphalt emulsion base dries to a flexible, waterproof film that holds through rain, heat, and cold without cracking or washing off.

• Application window: treat cuts within 3 days; treat oak wounds the same day during spring and early summer.
• Minimum cut size for treatment: Treekote wound dressing is recommended for pruning cuts over ½ inch in diameter.
• Aerosol spray distance: hold can 8–10 inches from the wound surface for proper coverage.
• Available formats: Treekote wound dressing comes in 8 oz aerosol, 12 oz aerosol, 16 oz brush-top, 16 oz tub, and 1-gallon bucket.
• Active ingredient base: Treekote wound dressing uses an asphalt emulsion formulation rated for use in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions.