Why do people in Greece paint trees white?

Question

Why do people in Greece paint trees white?

Answer 1

in order to protect with a non toxic way from ants and many other insects that harm the tree and its fruits;)

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Trees are painted with Lime (not the colour) to discourage insects and also as most roads/villages have poor lighting, at night the reflection on the trees from the cars lights helps people to see where they are going so they dont go flying off the road!

Answer 4

its for the insects...its funny i know i livw here..heheh