Christmas Tree
Care Tips
A fresh Christmas tree can last 4-6 weeks with proper care. The secret? Water, water, water! Follow these simple tips to keep your tree looking beautiful throughout the holidays.
Proper Care for Your Tree
Your Tree Begins Hydrated
At Little Hills we take great care in making sure our shipped Fir Trees get a fresh cut when arriving at the tree farm - then we keep them in water to re-hydrate until your purchase so you are assured the freshest, most long lasting Christmas Tree you can find.
Make a Fresh Cut
Christmas Trees are very thirsty and must be placed in water to stay green and fresh. Upon bringing it home, if more than one hour has passed since cutting your tree you should cut an additional 1/2 inch off the base of your tree before placing it into water.
Check Water Daily
Check the water level of your tree DAILY. Trees can drink a quart of water per inch of diameter at their base every single day. (A tree with a 5-inch diameter base can drink 5 quarts of water a day!) Water your tree if the stand is dry or if the level looks low.
Never allow the water level to go below the base of the tree. If this happens, sap can run out and seal off the base, restricting water flow.
Choosing the Right Stand
We recommend getting a stand with the following capacities as a guide:
Up to 8' tree: 1 gallon capacity
Up to 10' tree: 1-3/4 gallon capacity
Up to 12' tree: 3 gallon capacity
These are guidelines. Your situation may require something different. When in doubt more water is always better.
Where NOT to Place Your Tree
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Near a fireplace or wood stove
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Near a heater or heater vent
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In a window with direct sunlight
Heat sources will dry out your tree quickly and create a fire hazard. Keep your tree in a cool spot away from heat.
The Golden Rule
Keep your tree FRESH - Keep it in WATER!