AusBonsai

I went to get some lime sulphur yesterday as I read it is the best thing to treat and protect exposed wood from rotting.
At the shelve, I saw another spray from Yates labelled "Root Rot".

For treating rot in both maples and natives, has anyone used the root rotting spray or should I stick to lime sulphur?
The label on the root rot sprays says it is for citrus and ornamentals. Will it do the same job for protecting exposed wood and treating rot? Or should I stick to lime sulphur sprays?

Hi Dennis,
I am not familiar with Yates root rot spray but I expect it is a treatment for root rot!
Do you have a root rot problem or do you simply wish to preserve deadwood to make it last longer?
I like to use a product called "Earls Wood Hardener", I apply it to deadwood let it dry for a week and then apply lime sulphur for the bleaching effect. I believe the lime sulphur is also a deterrent for chewing insects.
if you have root rot get the treatment and isolate the tree, spores can be airbourne and also transmitted by insects.

Hi Gerard

Thanks for your reply.
To be honest, I am not sure if it is rot from fungal infections or just deterioration from water retention. I acquired the large maple bonsai with a tear on one side. It goes right down to one of the surface root. Maybe because it created a little water pocket, the area has rotted deep into the centre of the trunk. The maple appears healthy though. I have drilled all the softwood as best I can and have created a big hole. I have read filling it with cement and hoping the tree will cover it up over time if i scratch the edge of the cambium and then seal it with cutting paste.

I would take a picture but I am away from home for a few days.
However I did go take a picture of the Yates product I was referring to in the previous post. It is called Anti Rot. Apologies for getting the name wrong.