Why Are Some Trees Painted White? The Surprising Winter Secret That Protects Them

You’ve seen them—trees standing quietly along a roadside, in an orchard, or at the edge of a construction site, their trunks painted white halfway up like nature’s own pillars.
At first glance, it looks odd.
Even artistic.
But this isn’t street art.
It’s tree care.
And that white paint?
It’s not decoration.
It’s protection.
Let’s uncover the quiet science behind this simple trick—and why farmers, arborists, and landscapers have been using it for decades to keep trees healthy through winter. ✨💛
🌞 What Is Sunscald? (The Silent Tree Killer)
In winter, trees face a hidden danger—not from snow or cold…
But from the sun.
Here’s how it happens: