Whats the best, cheapest way to make a automatic Christmas tree watering system?

Question

My dog's water bowl hold a 1 liter "tank" (just a small bottled water bottle you buy in any store) of water and lasts all week. It supplies water as needed without effort on my part and uses gravity instead of batteries. Based on this principle, there must be someone out there who is smart enough to think of an easy cheap way to make this happen. Anyone?

Answer 1

I assume you're talking about a tree which has already been cut down and is sitting in your house in a tub of water. Just fill an empty water or soda bottle with water and secure it so the mouth of the bottle points down and is at the desired water level. Same principle. When the water level drops enough to let air into the bottle, water can flow out.

Answer 2

Christmas Tree Waterer

Answer 3

Christmas Tree Watering System

Answer 4

Actually, a dog's watering dish might be a very good system for a Christmas tree but it'd mean you'd have to build a special tree stand.
Try getting a piece of hose large enough to screw tightly onto the neck of a 2 liter pop bottle. The hose will drop into the tree stand's well. Whenever the water drops below the end of the hose, air will get in and let out a bit more water.
Use a velcro strap to secure the bottle among the tree branches.

Answer 5

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Whats the best, cheapest way to make a automatic Christmas tree watering system?
My dog's water bowl hold a 1 liter "tank" (just a small bottled water bottle you buy in any store) of water and lasts all week. It supplies water as needed without effort on my part and uses gravity instead of batteries. Based on this principle, there must be someone out there who is...

Answer 6

2 litter bottle strapped to the tree upside down

* To check for freshness when choosing your pre-cut tree, take a needle and if it snaps when bent, the moisture level in your tree is NOT good.
* Just before putting your tree in water cut the butt end of the tree at a diagonal about one inch above the original cut- this will open the pores up and aid in the absorption of water. Place it immediately in water. When a tree is cut, if left for more than several hours without water, the tree will form a seal of sap around the base and at that time makes it impossible for the tree to take in water.
* Store tree outdoors but protected from the sun and wind until you are ready to decorate it.- if possible cut the butt end and store in a bucket of water.
* Bring tree into a partially heated area the night before decorating it to help it gradually adjust to warmer temperatures.
* When you bring it into the house, saw the butt off again, squaring off the diagonal cut.
* Keep the tree away from all heat sources which can cause drying.
* Do not use combustible decorations on the tree. Never use lighted candles and check all lights, connections, and wiring for worn or frayed cords, cracks, or bare wires. Do not use damaged lighting or cords on real or artificial trees. Only use lights and cords that carry the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) seal of approval
* Be sure to unplug the tree before going to bed or leaving your home.
* Check the water level at least once a day and replenish it as needed. Trees are thirsty. They may drink between two pints and a gallon of water per day. A tree will drink 65% of its water in the first week-a good rule of thumb is that for every l" of diameter, a tree will use a quart of water per day. For example, a 4" diameter tree will use I gallon of water per day for the first several days.
* Do not let your tree run out of water. If the water drops too low, the tree's base will seal over and it won't be able to absorb water. (Treat it as you would a bouquet of cut roses-keep it in water!).