December 24, 2019, 8:11 am | Read time: 2 minutes
In many households, the Christmas tree is the decorative highlight of the holiday season. However, even when placed in water, it eventually loses its needles, turns brown, and its drying branches droop. To keep the Christmas spirit alive longer, try these seven tips.
Many households that celebrate Christmas keep their decorated tree up until the Feast of the Epiphany. Sometimes, though, the tree doesn’t last until January because it sheds needles or simply dries out. By following a few tips, you can keep your Christmas tree fresh longer. myHOMEBOOK explains what you need to pay attention to.
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How to Keep Christmas Trees Fresh Longer
- Pay attention to the freshness of the tree when purchasing. If the tree has been sitting around for several days, it’s more likely to lose needles quickly. The type of tree can also affect its freshness. For example, spruces shed needles faster than firs.
- Store the Christmas tree in a cool place such as a balcony, terrace, or garden before setting it up. Important: It should not be wrapped in netting and should already be standing in water.
- Before bringing the tree into your home for Christmas, acclimate it to room temperature. Move it from outside to the stairwell before placing it in the heated living area.
- Do not place the tree near a heater or fireplace, as the heat will dry it out. If you have underfloor heating, place the tree on a stool.
- The tree must remain in water at all times. Remember to refill the water regularly. Additionally, it can help to mist the tree’s branches with water once a day.
- Avoid using supposedly fresh-keeping additives in the water. Tap water is completely sufficient.