The holiday season brings with it a multitude of traditions, one of the most cherished being the buying and decorating of a live Christmas tree. A live Christmas tree brings beauty, fragrance, and tradition to homes across the region. With a bit of attention, your tree can stay fresh and looking beautiful throughout the holidays. Down to Earth Living in Pomona shares simple advice to help your tree look its best.
This year’s live Christmas trees will be available at Down to Earth Living beginning Friday, November 28. Here are some tips from Down to Earth Living on selecting and maintaining a live Christmas tree to ensure it stays vibrant throughout the entire holiday season.
Consider Choosing a Fresh Fraser Fir
- Fraser Firs are the most beautiful and durable Christmas tree variety.
- They have strong branches for ornaments, excellent needle retention, and a classic holiday aroma.
- Fresh-cut Fraser Firs, including those at Down to Earth Living, which are guaranteed not to shed needles before Christmas when properly cared for, are a reliable choice for holiday decorating.
- Look for vibrant green needles and a sturdy, sappy trunk.
- These trees come in a wide range of sizes to suit different homes and decorating styles.
Prep the trunk
- Cut about a half inch off the bottom of the trunk before bringing the tree inside; Down to Earth Living provides this fresh cut before loading the tree onto the car.
- A fresh cut helps the tree absorb water more efficiently.
- If you’re not setting the tree up right away, place it in a bucket of water and keep it in a cool, shaded area.
Choosing the Right Spot
- Place the tree away from heat sources such as fireplaces, radiators, and heating vents.
- Avoid spots with strong direct sunlight that may cause the tree to dry out.
- Set it near an outlet to prevent extension cords from running across the room.
Watering is Key
- A Christmas tree can drink up to a gallon of water per day.
- Fill the stand immediately after setup and check the water level daily.
- Avoid adding preservatives to the water; plain water is best.
Temperature Matters
- Moderate room temperatures help slow needle drop and moisture loss.
- Lower the thermostat slightly or close blinds during sunny hours to prevent drying.
Disposal After the Holidays
- After the holidays, use local recycling or curbside pickup programs to dispose of your live tree.
Caring for a live Christmas tree may require a bit of extra effort, but the festive ambiance and aroma it adds to your home is unmatched. With these tips, your tree will stay fresh, fragrant, and fabulous throughout the holiday season, making your Christmas celebration all the more magical.
Down to Earth Living, located on 12.5 acres in Pomona, attracts customers from Rockland, Bergen, Orange, Westchester and even Fairfield County Connecticut with its gracious outdoor living furnishings and beautiful home decor. For the holiday season, Down to Earth Living is open from 9:00 am-7:00 pm.
Down to Earth Living is located at 1040 Route 45 in Pomona, New York, a quick and easy trip from Bergen County. Down to Earth Living can be reached from Routes 9W, 17, the Palisades Interstate Parkway, and the Garden State Parkway.
To find more information, call 845-354-8500 or visit www.dteliving.com.
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