waxy substance leaking from plum trees

[ttenrub52]

Hi, can anyone tell me what the waxy substance is leaking from the bark of my plum tree?

[nojamsaw91]

newsgroups are a great way to discuss topics. In this case the topic is general gardening

[David Hare-Scott]

Unless the OP is refering to his dog called Plum Tree his/her question is on topic.

David

[David Hare-Scott]

Any chance of a photo?

D

[phorbin]

And the care of plum trees is right on topic.

[Pat Kiewicz]

Could be gummosis, the result of a wound or canker (infection).

[Steve B]

Check for bubbling or foaming. That can be an indication of a borer inside the bark.

Steve