amandamarie00 Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 We will be using a real tree for the first time EVER this year. I finally decided to take the plunge and see how it turns out. Anyway, being a tree novice, I was wondering if anyone had any tips they would like to share. We'll be going to a tree farm close to town, and they let you pick your tree and "chop" it down. When should we go get it? How do we bring it home? Any tips regarding stands and watering? Any/all info will be appreciated. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cecilliadb Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 We tie the tree ontop of the car, bring a blanket or tarp if you are worried about scratching. I hate the plastic tree stands, they never stand right for me so we have a nice colit metal one. I love taking care of the tree, watering was always my job when I was a kid :) Oh, and don't put it close to any heating elements it will dry out lots faster if ya do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreaInNC Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 We spray the needles every other day with some water to help them be not so hard. You can also get the stuff to add to the water that is suppose to help it last longer, but I don't know if they work or not. Buy one of those tree bags to put underneath your tree stand for easy tree removal. But it can sometimes be a PITA to empty out all of the water before you take the tree out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turtle Mommy Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 My only advice would be water, water, water!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 We have a real tree every year. I have always added a cup of sugar to the water about every three days. It seems to help keep the needles from drying out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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