How to Care for your Christmas Tree
1. The most important thing to remember is to treat your Christmas tree like a plant. It is stressful for the tree to be in a heated and dry environment so bear this in mind when you plan the repositioning of your tree. Make sure that it is not next to a radiator and that there is room for you to water it.
2. When you've bought your tree and brought it home, keep it outside until you are ready to put it up. This will help it last that little bit longer. Ensure that the stand you have for the tree is water-tight as you will need to water it during the time it is inside.
3. Before standing the tree up, if you can manage it, cut off an inch or so from the base of the trunk to help the tree absorb the water. If you don't have the necessary tools, a couple of scores with a sharp knife across the base will be better than nothing.
4. Larger trees will drink about a pint of water a day, so please make sure that you keep your tree hydrated. The more you allow your Christmas tree to dry out, the more likely it is to shed its needles.
