I noticed that the bark on our lilac bush appears to be stripped. There are little spots here and there on our burning bushes as well. The spots are pretty high up, so I don't think it is rabbits. It is pretty extensive on thee lilac. The only animal I know of that might do this is a deer, but I have never seen one any where near our house, which is located in town. Or maybe the power company was back there trimming and did the damage. But it looks like something actually stripped the bark. Any thoughts? I couldn't think who else to ask.

Amelia,

I referred your question to Sandy Mason at almost the same time you posted it. I looked on here today and it didn't show that she answered your question, but I trust you received a satisfactory answer.

Questions that are outside of my expertise, even though they may pertain to something around the house, should be posed to that expertise for the quickest answer.

For example, any plant or gardening question should be directed to horticulture. Sandy Mason, our horticulture expert, will be happy to reply quickly with the information you need.

My expertise is in parenting and family living type topics. Thank you for asking a question and letting us serve your informational needs. We truly appreciate hearing from you.

Angela