This is an obvious one - the healthier your tree is when you buy it, the longer it will last.
Buy a healthy tree to begin with
If you’re about to go tree shopping, there’s one simple trick to check just how good it is.
Buy a healthy tree to begin with
Try running your hands through the branches and if any brown needles fall off avoid this tree.
Keep it away from heat and lights
Placing your tree too close to a bright light, radiator or fireplace means it will dry out quicker.
Keep it away from heat and lights
Instead, find a spot where your tree can get a few hours of natural light each day. Also try spritzing water over your tree regularly to keep it hydrated.
Opt for LED lights
A Christmas tree has to be covered in glittering lights but normal lights let off a lot of heat which can dry out the tree.
Opt for LED lights
If you are putting lights on your tree, consider LED lights.
Opt for LED lights
Not only do they let off less heat but they’re also more efficient and give the tree a softer glow.
Trim the bottom of your tree before placing it in water
When you purchase your tree, the seller will already have cut the bottom of it.
Trim the bottom of your tree before placing it in water
But before putting the tree up, it’s a good idea to give it another cut. Sap will form at the base of the trunk from the first trim in an attempt to heal the tree's wound.
Trim the bottom of your tree before placing it in water
Giving it another trim before placing it in water will remove this, allowing for much better water consumption.
Check the water level every day
You might be surprised by how much water your tree will consume.
Check the water level every day
They can drink up to several litres of water in the first couple of weeks.
Check the water level every day
Christmas trees will typically consume around one to two litres of water a day so make sure you keep an eye on water levels and top this up when necessary.