Care of Fresh Christmas Trees

Posted by sgjenna at 4:11 PM on Sep 20, 2016

After bringing fresh tree home, cut 1 in off bottom of trunk and immediately place in water to facilitate water uptake
Place tree in stand that can hold at least one gallon of water
Check frequently and continue to add water until water uptake stops
Always keep base of tree in water to prevent tree resin from sealing off base of tree preventing water uptake
Many fresh cut trees if properly cared for should last at least five weeks