How to Select a Good Christmas Tree

Christmas will be here before you know it so the selection process of a tree is important. Decide on live or a nice artificial tree.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Christmas Spirit
• Shopping guides
• Make a list

1. 
    
   Table Tree

   If you have pets or small children it maybe best to select an artificial tree. The longer you wait to purchase a tree the more expensive it is going to be. If you just want something small maybe select a table tree.

2. 
    
   Pre-Lit Tree

   This particular style is a pre-lit 7.5 feet tree. Having access to the internet will allow a visual of the tree and the price! With an artificial tree once it is open check and make sure that all the color coded pieces are in the box. Verify that it comes with a stand that will save an extra trip back to the store. Please do not use electric lights on a metal tree. Discard any lights that are frayed or broken.

3. 
    
   Blue Spruce

   There are a vast array of choices fraser fir, blue spruce, canaan fir, white pine, concolor fir, and lastly scotch pine. If you just want the sent of a live tree in the house then start looking early for a good tree don't buy it if it is dry and dropping needles. To check for freshness, grip the end of a branch loosely. Make sure if you buy from a vendor they cut a fresh cut an inch from the bottom. This will allow the tree to drink water properly.

4. 
    
   Ornaments attrack children

   If you buy the tree early then store it away from wind and sun, and keep the bottom of the tree in a bucket of water. Remember with a live tree you will need to purchase a tree stand. If a tree seems wobbly in a tree stand center it in the stand and redo the bolts or screws. Try to place the tree near outlets so that you will not have to use additional cords. Please make sure you turn off the lights on a artificial or live tree. Always make sure a live tree has plenty of water in the tree stand.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure a live tree has water.
• Do not buy a cheap tree stand.
• Keep tree at least three feet away from furnaces, radiators and fireplaces.
• Make sure if you buy an artificial tree it is fire-retardant.
• Please be advised that small children love beautiful ornaments.
• Pets also like to chew on things be watchful of anything in there mouths.
• If unsure of lights disconnect right away.
• Check water in tree stand.
• Make sure your tree is centered or it could topple over.