How to Keep Cut Xmas Trees Fresh
There are few things that always remind people of the Christmas season: sugar cookies baking in the oven, the sound of carolers outside your front door, and the smell and look of a real tree in your living room or den. While faux trees may be more convenient, there is nothing like a genuine tree to make Christmas feel that much more special. There are many ways to make sure your tree stays fresh and lasts well into the new year. Does this Spark an idea?
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Purchase a healthy tree from the lot. This will give you an advantage from the start. A healthy tree has strong branches and a fresh smell, and only loses a small number of needles when you shake the branches.
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Cut 1/2 to 1 inch off the bottom of the tree once you get it home. This fresh cut will allow more water to enter the trunk, keeping your tree fresher, longer.
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Check your Christmas tree stand to ensure that there are no leaks. Place the tree into the stand and secure it. Fill the stand with fresh, plain water.
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Put fresh water into the tree stand daily to ensure that it does not dry out. The tree will consume about 1 qt. of water each day.
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Keep the tree away from heat sources such as vents, fireplaces, portable heaters and sunlight. This will prevent the tree from drying out too fast or catching fire.
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If you have pets in your home, place safety gates around the tree to prevent your pets from drinking the tree's water.
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