Caring for your Christmas Tree

Still looking for the perfect Christmas tree to deck your halls? Wayside Garden Center carries live Douglas fir, Balsam fir, and Concolor fir Christmas trees. Stop by our nursery to pick out the perfect tree to bring into your home, then read on to find out how to best care for your live Christmas tree.

Tips for making your tree last indoors, from the Old Farmer’s Almanac:

●     When you bring your tree home, saw a couple inches off the bottom of the trunk before setting in water. When trees are cut, pitch oozes out and seals the pores. By sawing off the base, you will open up the pores, and the tree will be able to absorb water.

●     Watering is critical. A freshly-cut tree can consume a gallon of water in 24 hours!

●     Fill the tree stand with water and keep it filled.

●     Never let the water level go below the tree’s base.

●     Indoors, keep the tree away from heating ducts or other heat sources. In fact, the lower the temperature, the better the tree will do.

●     Use decorative lights that produce low heat, such as miniature lights, to reduce drying of the tree.

●     Always inspect light sets prior to placing them on the tree. If worn, replace with a new set. Avoid overloading electrical circuits, and always turn off the lights before going to bed.

When decorating your Christmas tree, it’s a good idea to pick out a theme or color scheme. If you want a simple and elegant look, consider using only white lights on the tree, and use silver, gold, and red ornaments or decorations. If you like a classic Christmas look, decorate your green tree with red ornaments, garlands and bows. Top with a golden star or angel. Another popular color scheme emulates winter. Decorate your tree with icy colors like blue and silver. Avoid multi-colored lights and any red or gold decorations. Want to try a themed tree? Snowflakes, snowmen, The Nutcracker - these are all popular themes that make a fun and unique tree, depending on what interests you or what ornaments you may have collected over the years.

In addition to a Wayside Garden Center Christmas tree, check out our beautiful handmade wreaths! We make our wreaths from the boughs of real Douglas fir, Balsam fir, and Concolor fir trees. They can be decorated to suit your taste or decor, with accents like pinecones, holly, and bows. Deck your halls with help from Wayside Garden Center!