Christmas Tree Care

 

It is so much fun to go out, select and buy a Christmas tree. There seems to be a wonderful expectancy about it. The children love to help decorate the tree.

But once the tree is home, it should be properly cared for. The most important thing to do is set the tree in a pan of water and keep the water replenished until you are ready to take it down. The tree will remain green and vibrant with the aid of the water, but the most important thing is that it will prevent the tree from drying out and becoming a fire hazard.

Here are some links that will help you enjoy your tree safely:

 

http://www.christmas-tree-care.com/2-christmas-tree-care.htm

 

http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/trees/treecare.html

 

http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/forestry/420-641/420-641.html

 

http://www.christmastree.org/care.cfm