Here’s how to care for your cut evergreen.
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There’s a long-standing debate when it comes to Christmas trees.
Some prefer the easy, maintenance-freeartificial treeswhile others prefer the real, Christmas-pine smelling tree.
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How long can a Christmas tree last without water?
How Long Does A Christmas Tree Last Without Water?
Once your Christmas tree has been cut, it can last for about six to eight hours without water.
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Pine Christmas trees can last a week or two more is they’re properly cared for with routine watering.
you might test out the strength and health of each tree by pulling on the needles.
If they come off easily, then the health is declining.
Other signs that a tree is healthy include a strong smell and smooth trunk.
Water Routinely
Like all plants, Christmas trees rely on water to stay healthy and strong.
How much water your tree needs depends on how big your trunk is.
Dried out Christmas trees can turn into a fire hazard.
