{"id":219,"date":"2016-11-30T15:32:08","date_gmt":"2016-11-30T15:32:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dealerfireblog.com\/prestigeimports\/?p=219"},"modified":"2024-06-05T09:18:44","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T09:18:44","slug":"4-tips-for-keeping-christmas-tree-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prestigeimports.com\/blog\/4-tips-for-keeping-christmas-tree-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips for Keeping a Christmas Tree Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re all getting into the Christmas spirit here at Prestige Imports, and you\u2019ll begin to see more holiday-themed topics as the month goes along. However, for many of us who have already gotten our trees up, we might be already fretting about keeping our big green monstrosity as healthy as possible. So, here are 4 tips for keeping a Christmas tree healthy.<\/p>\n

4 Tips for Keeping a Christmas Tree Healthy<\/h2>\n

Get a Fresh Cut<\/h3>\n

When you get a live tree, you\u2019ve always got to have a one-inch cut made before putting it up. Ideally, this cut — called a \u201ccookie,\u201d due to its shape — will occur just a short while before you put it in water, which will then allow it to absorb water more easily.<\/p>\n

\"ChristmasMore Water is Better than the Opposite<\/h3>\n

You\u2019ll want to get a tree stand that can hold up to a gallon of water, since it will certainly absorb water quickly when it’s first in the stand. Maintain a high water level throughout the season, but know that the quick uptake will subside after a week or so.<\/p>\n

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And Don\u2019t Let Up on the Watering<\/h3>\n

Obviously, if you let your tree stand dry out, you know what comes next: the base of the tree will form a resin seal, and then it won\u2019t be able to absorb water. If this happens, you\u2019ll then need to make a new fresh cut, which is a hassle of massive proportions.<\/p>\n

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Ensure Safety Once it Dries Out<\/h3>\n

Eventually, the season will end and the tree will begin to die. A dry tree is a fire hazard, so take steps to keep your cords and outlets away from the tree, and make sure that no electrical components are worn or frayed. And always, always unplug your tree at night.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re glad that the holidays are finally upon us here at Prestige Imports<\/a>, and we\u2019ll do our best to keep it merry for you. Come see us soon!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re all getting into the Christmas spirit here at Prestige Imports, and you\u2019ll begin to see more holiday-themed topics as the month goes along. However, for many of us who have already gotten our trees up, we might be already fretting about keeping our big green monstrosity as healthy as possible. So, here are 4 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8587,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[51],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n