Using a real Christmas tree this year? Keep these tips in mind!
Put the tree in water as soon as you get home.
Make a fresh cut. Remove at least 1 inch from the base of the trunk before placing it in the tree stand.
Use a tree stand that holds 1-2 gallons of water. The tree needs 1 quart of water per inch of diameter. Fill the stand daily, checking the water level several times a day. Trees will use up to 2 gallons of water a day, especially the first few days.
Keep the tree out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, such as fireplaces, heaters, and stoves.
Decorate your tree with LED or mini lights. Inspect used decorative lights to make sure wires are in good condition with no cracks or frays.
Unplug decorative lights before leaving the house or going to bed.
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