It doesn’t matter if you go into the woods to get your Christmas tree or purchase it from a tree care business lot, you’ll want to keep it fresh if you want it to last during the holidays. Keeping your Christmas tree fresh guarantees it always looks good and stops possible safety hazards. Moreover, it makes cleanup simple after the holiday period is over and it’s time to say adios to your tree.
Pick a tree that’s long-lasting
Think about the sort of tree you desire. Fresh-cut trees, if cared for the right way should last at least five weeks before completely drying out. Some tree types keep their moisture content longer than other ones.
Re-cut The Base Of The Tree
Trimming the bottom of the tree.
If you’re getting a tree from a lot, you can be sure that the trees were collected weeks earlier and have already started the drying out process. When a tree is harvested, the cut trunk seeps with a pitch, closing the carrying cells that give water to the needles. You want to refresh your tree, opening up all the clogged cells so that the tree can transport the correct moisture to the foliage. To refresh, cut the base of the trunk and put the cut in water immediately. This enhances its water intake when the tree is put in its stand. Even if your tree is fresh cut, you might want to put the bottom in water still until you bring it inside your home.
The Right Stand
Christmas trees are about six feet tall, and the trunk is around six inches wide. A traditional tree stand can hold it. Trees are dry and can take in over one gallon of water in 24 hours. This is why you should have a stand that holds a gallon of water or more. Keep the water at the full mark the whole time the tree is in the stand.
Hydrate Your Tree
Always keep the bottom of your tree in water. When your tree is in water, the tree cut won’t develop a clot over the cut, and the tree can absorb water and stay moisturized. We at Orchard Park Tree Service hope you have a wonderful holiday and consider us with your tree care needs.
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