Things You'll Need:
- Desire to get a Christmas Tree
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Step 1
Simple TreeUpon first glance, the tree lots will appear to be the same, however the farms supplying for the trees are always different. Trees are usually harvested in Octobers so they aren't always fresh by the time they get to the lots. Make sure the trees you are interested in purchasing have NOT been painted green to cover oldness. Look at the trunk midway through the tree to make sure it doesn't have green paint on it.
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Step 2
Trunk determines age of harvestingA fresh tree is not only green it is one that has a sticky bottom at the end of the trunk. Turn the tree on the side to make sure there is some sap from the bottom leaking out. If your tree has been painted on the bottom, this indicates it was cut more than six weeks prior.
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Step 3
Next, it is important to note how old the tree is by the needles. Bounce the tree up and down to see how many needles fall out. The bouncing should be a light, gentle stagger instead of a harsh slam to the earth. If only a few, the tree isn't old, but if more than a handful, the tree is substantially old.
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Step 4
Christmas TreeFresh needles are hard to pull from the tree and they bend, but not break when pressure is applied. The color of the needle needs to be a darkness instead of a yellowish or light color.
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Step 5
Knowing the type of tree you want in your home helps your search for the best tree. Norway Spruces are the most popular trees purchased during the holiday season, but there are over 12 varieties to choose from.
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Step 6
A fresher tree will be safer in your home as it is less of a safety hazard and smell much better than an old harvested tree.
