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Like many, I love the scent and look of a realChristmas tree.
What I don’t love is the inevitable overthinking that goes along with one.
Am I giving it enough water?
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Should I be adding something to the water?
Can I be doing more to prolong its indoor life?
Typically, the moment afew needles fallis when I start doubting my care methods.
That’s right about now.
I’ve seen every suggestion, from adding plain sugar to crushed aspirin.
This year is different, though.
And what I found out surprised me.
Meet the Expert
Marsha Grayis the Executive Director at Real Christmas Tree Board.
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What Really Works?
Her word of advice?
As the old saying goes, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
Instead, Gray recommends focusing onwater maintenanceand upkeep.
This will also help clear out any resin clogging up the trunk.
The new cut gets things flowing and allows your tree to drink up.
“Many folks underestimate how much water a real Christmas tree actuallydrinks,” she adds.
“A Christmas tree can drink about a quart of water per inch of trunk diameter.
This will help make ensure your tree stays fresh longer.”
There you have it.
