Large crack in old tree

[kiraz]

I just noticed this large crack in my tree and I’m trying to figure out what to do?

 

[Del_]

Hackberry,

That's pretty bad damage. I'd consider removing it.

 

[TheJollyLogger]

Is it threatening any structures? I agree, that's pretty bad damage, on the other hand, hackberrys are tough old birds. If it isn't threatening anything, I'd just let it be. If you are asking if there's anything you can do about it, just let it be.

 

[D.D]

Would it be possible to have an arborist cable it for support to keep it from splitting more?

 

[TheJollyLogger]

Sure, but decay has already set in and will only get worse. Is it threatening any structures?