Care for Your Real Christmas Tree | U.S. Lawns - Murfreesboro

We’re quickly approaching the holiday season and that means seasonal decor is everywhere–both indoors and out! An increasing number of Christmas trees will soon be gracing many of our homes and businesses. Did you know? As many as 30 million real Christmas trees are sold every year in the US! But just like any other living plant, these festive focal points need extra care to look their very best and last all season long. U.S. Lawns - Murfreesboro has some helpful tips to make sure you get the most life from your fabulous fir.

Proper Christmas tree care isn’t just about maintaining the physical beauty of your tree. It also aids in the prevention of a potential fire hazard. Assuming good maintenance, a healthy Christmas tree can last about six weeks. You can about the different varieties of real Christmas trees here.

Consider these best practices to follow as you shop for your Christmas tree and set it up indoors:

Check for falling needles
When you look at different trees, watch out for those with lots of dead needles. You want to steer clear of any Christmas tree that loses needles easily because it isn’t a healthy tree and it won’t likely make it through the holidays.

Check the water level daily
A real Christmas tree absorbs about a quart of water for every inch of its diameter. When you set up your tree, you should add water to the base of the stand immediately. You can also help ensure that your tree is able to absorb adequate water by cutting an inch straight across the bottom prior to securing it in its stand. Finally, continue to add water to keep the cut end of the tree trunk covered–check it at least once a day to maintain the water level.

Avoid a loss of moisture
The main thing to watch out for once you get your tree home or into your business is that it doesn’t dry out prematurely. A dry tree is a fire hazard. To help prevent dehydration, you need more than proper watering. You also need to keep the tree away from heat sources such as heat ducts and fireplaces. If your indoor air tends to be quite dry, use a humidifier to help further protect your tree.

Do you have any questions about the proper care of your real Christmas tree? Don’t hesitate to talk to your friendly professionals at U.S. Lawns - Murfreesboro to get your holiday landscaping plans in order. Contact us today or visit our website to request your free proposal.