Looking for the perfect Christmas tree? Which variety is best, and how can you keep it fresh longer? Not everyone knows how to choose a Christmas tree. Here are a few tips to consider before buying one.
Tips for choosing the Christmas tree
First, be clear about what you want. Each tree variety is a little different, so the best Christmas tree should suit your family's needs. For example, if you have children, choose a pine or fir with soft needles instead of spruce. Check whether the tree is fresh. Bend a needle in half. Fresh fir needles bend easily and do not break.
Choose a Christmas tree – hard or soft needles
Make sure many needles do not fall off when you touch the tree. Look for an even color. Some Christmas tree varieties are naturally dark green, but if the tree is very dry, gray-green tones may appear.
Keep your Christmas tree fresh longer
Refresh the trunk. Once you bring the tree home, cut about 1 cm from the trunk and place it in water. After cutting, the needles will stay fresh longer. Also remember to measure the space before you leave; check the height of your ceiling before buying a tree.
Enjoy fresh greenery in the living room
Place your tree in a cool spot. It may be tempting to set it next to the stove, but the heat will dry it out quickly.
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Fresh green needles
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