Treekote Tree Wound Dressing Paste 16 oz Tub — Pruning Sealer & Grafting Compound, Water-Resistant Protection

Treekote Tree Wound Dressing is a ready-to-use 16 oz paste that seals pruning cuts, grafts, and other tree wounds to protect them during natural healing.

This thick, petroleum-based dressing is formulated for gardeners, arborists, and landscapers who need a dependable barrier after pruning, grafting, or accidental injury. Made in the USA, Treekote creates a water-resistant film that helps reduce moisture loss and shields exposed tissue from debris and pests while the tree forms callus tissue. It’s simple to apply with a putty knife or brush and stays pliable in changing seasons so the seal remains effective through wet and dry conditions.

How does Treekote help after pruning cuts?

Applied immediately after pruning, Treekote creates a protective layer over the exposed wood that minimizes direct moisture exchange and physical contamination. By covering the cut, it reduces the chance that debris, insects, or pathogens come into contact with fresh tissue while the tree initiates healing.

• Forms a durable, water-resistant seal over pruning wounds
• Helps limit nutrient and sap loss from trimmed areas
• Remains flexible to follow bark expansion and contraction

Can I use this dressing for grafting or propagation?

Yes—Treekote is commonly used to seal graft unions, budding sites, and propagation wounds. The paste holds scion and rootstock in place and prevents desiccation of graft cambium, supporting a stable environment while tissues knit together.

• Seals graft unions to preserve moisture at contact points
• Helps protect budding areas from contaminants and drying
• Works with many woody ornamentals and fruit trees

Is Treekote easy to apply and remove if needed?

Treekote is user-friendly: scoop a small amount and smooth it over the wound with a putty knife, brush, or gloved hand to form a continuous layer. If you need to adjust or remove the dressing later, it can be cut or peeled away and cleaned with a cloth and mild solvent if necessary.

• Apply with tools or hands for precise coverage
• Can be trimmed or peeled when reworking a graft or assessment
• Leaves minimal residue if removed carefully

What conditions and tree types are suitable for this compound?

Designed for a wide range of temperate-zone trees and shrubs, Treekote performs well on fruit trees, ornamentals, shade trees, and woody vines. It’s appropriate for seasonal pruning, storm damage, and deliberate tree surgery—especially where a resilient, weatherproof seal is beneficial.

• Suitable for fruit trees, maples, oaks, pines, and many ornamentals
• Effective in rainy or dry climates due to its water-resistant nature
• Works on wounds of varied sizes—from small cuts to larger limbs

Who is this for: Treekote Tree Wound Dressing is aimed at homeowners maintaining backyard orchards, professional arborists tackling routine pruning and grafting, and nursery staff performing propagation. If you want a simple, reliable dressing made in the USA that stays pliable across seasons and is formulated specifically for tree wound care, this 16 oz tub provides enough product for repeated use across multiple jobs.