Extend the Life of Your Christmas Tree | U.S. Lawns - Franklin

The holiday season is upon us and that means seasonal decor will soon be in full bloom. More and more Christmas trees will be gracing our homes and businesses. In fact, as many as 30 million real Christmas trees are sold every year in the US! But just like any other living tree, those festive focal points need some special care to look their very best and last all season long. U.S. Lawns - Franklin has a few tips to help you make the most of these fabulous firs.

Actually, proper Christmas tree care isn’t just about extending the physical beauty of your trees. It also aids in the prevention fire hazards. Assuming proper maintenance, healthy Christmas trees will typically last about six weeks. Check out the different varieties of real Christmas trees here.

Keep these tips in mind as you shop for your holiday tree and bring it indoors:

Healthy needles
When you go tree shopping, watch out for trees with too many dead needles. You want to avoid any tree that is really losing lots of needles because it won’t likely last through the holidays.

Watering
A real Christmas tree typically absorbs a quart of water for each inch of the diameter. When you set up in your tree, water should be promptly added to the base of the stand. You can help ensure that your tree can absorb water properly by cutting an inch straight across the bottom before you secure it in its stand. Finally, continue to add water to keep the cut end of the tree trunk covered–check out at least once a day to maintain the right water level.

More moisture
The predominant reason a real Christmas tree doesn’t fare well is that it dries prematurely. To help prevent dehydration you need more than proper watering. You also need to keep the tree away from heat sources like heat ducts or fireplaces. If your air tends to be very dry, utilize a humidifier to help further protect your tree.

What questions do you have about the proper care for your real Christmas tree? Please don’t hesitate to talk to your friendly professionals at U.S. Lawns - Franklin to get your holiday landscaping plans in order. Contact us today or visit our website to request your free proposal.