When mounting the tree to its stand, make sure you don’t peel off the bark at the base. Immediately let the tree sit in a bucket of water. Upon arriving home, saw 1 inch off the base of the tree. Tie down the tree properly to avoid needle loss from too much shaking.
On the way home, wrap the tree to keep the wind from drying off the needles. The base of the tree should be straight, and at least 6-8 inches long to allow for easy mounting on the tree stand. Watch out for droopy branches, yellowing needles, and some peeling bark. Fresh trees should have a natural waxy, green look and a fragrant smell. They should feel flexible, moist, and sticky. If a lot of needles fall off, that means the tree has been cut for a long time and is beginning to dry. Take a branch and run your fingers from the innermost part, pulling outwards towards the tip. Choose a reputable grower or seller from your area who will tell you how far away and how long ago the trees had been harvested. Some retailers will have old stocks of Christmas trees which had been hurriedly distributed for Thanksgiving sales. Trees quickly dry out after being cut down. Keep these in mind when shopping for a freshly-cut Christmas tree: Therefore, it is important to pick out a tree which is strong and healthy from the beginning. Ultimately, how long your Christmas tree can flourish in your house depends on the tree’s freshness upon buying. You can also repeat this approach for a couple of days before Christmas so by then, your tree will be at the peak of its freshness! Do’s and Don’ts in Fresh Christmas Tree Shopping Generally, a tree that has lost more than 85% of its original moisture will not regain its freshness. To avoid fires and to maintain a perky Christmas tree which can hold up its ornaments, you should never allow your tree to dry out. To keep your tree alive, saw off an inch off the stump to remove the sap which has sealed and then submerge the tree in a bucket of water. This eventually weakens and kills the tree.Īfter cutting down a Christmas tree, the sap flowing out of the fresh wound hardens within 4-6 hours preventing any water uptake through the trunk. When you cut off the roots of a Christmas tree, the tree continues to absorb and transport water through a network of “pipes” in its trunk and its leaves for some weeks, yet it is unable to receive the nutrients which only the roots can provide. The root system of a tree not only absorbs water, it also filters the nutrients and synthesizes the hormones which the plant needs. Why Won’t My Chopped Christmas Tree Drink Water? To maintain the maximum health of your tree for Christmas, let’s take a look at the Why’s, How’s, Dos, and Don’ts of watering and choosing your evergreen. Without it, your Christmas tree won’t stand a chance of looking lively throughout the festivities. Water is your best friend during the holidays. The Correct Way To Water Your Chopped Christmas Tree 3 Christmas Tree Species That Retain Water Best.2 More Ways To Keep a Christmas Tree Hydrated and Fresh.1.3 How Much Water Does A Freshly-Cut Christmas Tree Need?.1.2 Do’s and Don’ts in Fresh Christmas Tree Shopping.
But, I do recall that day being one of the first times I realized that not everyone fed their Christmas tree ice cubes. I don’t remember why we were discussing it. I distinctly remember the day in a college course when the instructor brought up the topic of holiday traditions.
Feed your live Christmas trees with ice cubes! Let your toddler be the keeper of the tree this year.
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