Proper Tree Care  
 
Follow these tips to keep your Christmas tree as fresh as possible.
If you are unable to put your tree up when you get home, store it in a cool
sheltered area away from the wind and sun.
 
1.  MAKE A FRESH CUT.
     Before you bring the tree into your home and place it in a stand, re-cut
     the trunk at least one inch from the bottom just prior to putting it in the
     stand.  Even if you just cut it at a choose-and-cut farm, this re-opens
     the tree stem so it can drink water.
 
2.  WATER IMMEDIATELY.
     After making a fresh cut, place the tree in a large capacity stand with
     lukewarm water.  The stand you use should hold at least one gallon of
     fresh water or more.
 
3.  PLACE TREE AWAY FROM HEAT SOURCES.
     Heat sources like heat registers, space heathers, fireplaces, wood stoves,
     televisions, computer monitors, etc. speed up evaporation and
     moisture loss from the tree, resulting in premature needle drop.
 
4.  DON'T ADD ANYTHING TO THE WATER.
     Research has shown that using plain tap water is by far the best way to keep
     your tree fresh.  Some commercial additives and home concoctions can actually
     decrease a tree's moisture retention and increase needle drop.
 
5.  WATER YOUR TREE DAILY.
     Do not allow the water level to drop below the fresh cut or the stem will
     reseal and the tree will be unable to drink water.  Christmas trees are very
     thirsty!  It is not unusual for a tree to drink 2 gallons of water the first day
     in the stand.
 
 
With proper care, your Christmas tree will bring warmth and pleasure throughout
the Holiday season!
 
 
 
              
                                                            
        
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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