Caring for Your Holiday Tree

You have put a lot of work into selecting the right tree. Once the decorations and lights are on the tree, you want it to last as long as possible. Proper caring for the tree will help to extend the fragrance and color of the tree. The National Christmas Tree Association advices you to do the following:

1. If you haven’t already, cut off a 1/2-inch thick disk from the bottom of tree base before you set it in the stand (it is better to have this done at the tree farm or lot, possible). Do not cut the trunk at an angle or in a v-shape for two reasons: the tree may not set properly in the stand and it will reduce the amount of water the tree will be able to draw. Keep the cut surface clean.
2. Place the tree in the stand and in water as soon as you get it home. Most trees can stand 6 to 8 hours without water after cutting and still be able to draw water.
3. The stand should have a reservoir with adequate water holding capacity. A rule of thumb is 1 quart of water for inch of trunk diameter.
4. Use a stand that fits your tree.
5. Avoid drilling holes in the trunk. It does not improve the water uptake.
6. When refilling the water reservoir, the water temperature is not really important and does not really impact the ability of the tree to draw the water.
7. Check the water reservoir daily (check morning and evening the first few days as you would be surprised how quickly a fresh-cut tree will draw up the water). Do not let the water reservoir fall below the base of the tree.

Follow the above suggestions and you should be able to enjoy your tree for the duration of the holidays. Now get those lights and decorations! Once decorated, make your favorite warm beverage, sit back and enjoy your beautiful tree.

Until Later
The Home Know-It-All

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[decor arts]

i was thought that only hanging small gift decor on the simple tree is ok.But today i am getting much knowledge about the christmas tress also need the skillness :)