![]() ![]() Your tree will survive longer if it is kept in a cooler area. Image Credit: Jakkrapong Waree, Shutterstock Keep the Tree Away from Heating Vents ![]() This is just an optional step to keep things easier and simpler. As the holiday season moves on, more and more presents fill up the underneath of your tree, making it a chore to get back in there to water it properly. Tree watering systems are an easy way to add water to your tree without having to move everything around it. That dry air can cause them to become brittle and snap more easily, this is just a way to stave that off. Give the needles a spritz with some water from a spray bottle to mist them down and prevent them from breaking off. In a lot of areas, the holiday season comes with colder weather, which means the heat is running and the air inside is typically drier. Image Credit: Mostovyi Sergii Igorevich, Shutterstock Give the Needles a Spritz It’s recommended to check the levels twice a day for the first week or so and at least once per day through the season after that. Since you don’t want the water level to fall below the tree’s base, you should monitor the levels closely so that you can top it off as needed and keep your tree in tip-top shape. Check Your Water Levels OftenĮach tree is different and throughout the years you may notice that certain trees will take in more water than others. Once you know the diameter of the stem, you’ll know what size stand will work best since you need to provide at least one quart of water per inch. It’s a good idea to get a stand that is appropriately sized for your tree. Image credit: Pikrepo Pick the Right Stand ![]() Of course, this is all dependent on the size of your tree, so make sure to get those measurements. Since your average 6-foot Christmas tree will require more than one gallon of water each day, you’ll want to have a watering can that is appropriately sized so that you can make as few trips as possible. It will easily lose its luster and dry out if it is deprived of water. Once you get your tree, you need to make sure your first order of business is getting it placed in a stand full of water. It will not be able to survive for very long unless it is in water. Image credit: Parilov, Shutterstock Put the Tree in Water ImmediatelyĬaring for a live Christmas tree is a lot like caring for freshly cut flowers. This should be done wherever you buy your tree, and any pre-cut trees should be ready to go upon purchase. It is recommended that the bottom inch of the tree trunk be cut off for proper water absorption. One essential part of getting a new Christmas tree is to make sure the trunk is properly cut so that it can absorb water efficiently. Here are some additional tips to keep your tree in the best shape possible: Make Sure the Trunk Is Properly Cut Watering your Christmas tree is the most essential part of your tree’s care throughout the season. Image Credit: AnnieSpratt, Pixabay Additional Christmas Tree Care Tips Regular tap water is all you need to keep your tree fresh and healthy. It is rumored that you should add things like sugar, aspirin, bleach, or other preservatives into the water but that is unnecessary. If your tree is using up a lot of water, this is a sign your tree is taking in water well and is properly hydrated. Make it a daily habit to provide fresh, clean water daily to top it off. Fill your tree stand with the necessary amount of water per the measurements. Once you bring home your tree and have it all set up. The standard-size tree will typically have a diameter between 3 and 5 inches but it’s a good idea to do a quick measurement. A live Christmas tree can use up to 1 quart of water per inch of the diameter of the cut end. The key to keeping your tree healthy and looking great throughout the holiday season is keeping up with those watering requirements. If you are new to caring for live Christmas trees or you’re just trying to figure out the ideal watering routine, we’ve got you covered. The holiday season is full of happiness and joy, you can also get caught up in the hustle and bustle of this busy season and one thing you don’t want to forget is watering your live tree. While live trees may require much more maintenance, they certainly have a way of putting you in the Christmas spirit with their fresh-cut scent and Christmassy essence. Bringing home a live Christmas tree is a family tradition for many. ![]()
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