Tips to give your customers so the tree
remains fresh.
Make a fresh cut on the butt to eliminate the seal and to allow for the
tree to absorb water. The amount necessary to cut off can vary. The fresh-cut
surface should be creamy-white, not yellow or brown.
Place the tree in a stand which will hold at least one gallon of water.
Remind them that an average tree may consume between two pints and a gallon of
water per day. If the water level drops below the butt, a seal will form which does
not permit the tree to take in more water. Water consumption is related to butt
diameter and not to height.
If the tree is not going into the house soon after purchase, it should
be stored on a cool porch or patio away from wind and sun.
Use the smallest lights possible to prevent a build-up of heat.
Place the tree away from heat sources such as vents, fireplaces,
radiators or sunny windows.
Do not store Christmas trees in swimming pools to avoid the potential of
chlorine-bleaching.
Information taken from a PacificNorthwest Christmas Tree
Association brochure |
