My daughter has put up a NATURAL christmas tree, which has had its roots sawn off. As we have always had an artificial one (Environmentally friendly?) If it had roots I would have watered it......what does one do with one without roots?
If you do water it, like a plant, I imagine, how much, and how often, is there anything one can do to keep the needles from dropping out before Christmas, I have visions of a skelital tree covered with decorations by Christmas day! HELP!!!
2007-12-10 07:54:57 · 6 answers · asked by SUPER-GLITCH 6 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
About the environmental question - Actually fresh cut trees are generally considered more environmentally friendly. First the clean the air, removing CO2 and other airborne pollutants. Next when you are finished, many are either recycled as landscape mulch, or placed in fresh water lakes for shelters for fish. Unlike plastic (PVC or other material) which is made from oil (Refined and manufactured) and vary rarely recycled. Also takes serveral steps of transportation. From base manufacturer, to assembler, to distribution center, to stores, etc. Where are fresh cut trees are shipped directly from grower to seller.
And as above, make sure you have a fresh cut - 1/2" to 2" of trunk removed, sap seals the wood and this will allow for a fresh pathway of water. Place in stand with reservoir. Fill with warm water (This helps the wood to absorb faster), then continue to add fresh water. If you have the tree for more than 2 weeks, it would be a good idea to remove the old water (Which may have oils and sap in it) and replace with fresh.
Keep any air/heater vents from blowing directly on the tree, as this will dry it out faster.
Hope it helps, and Merry Christmas!
2007-12-10 13:17:24 · answer #1 · answered by Grain And Grit 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you must water it - Christmas trees get very thirsty. It will probably need a litre of water (at least - it depends on the size of the tree) every day. Don't let it dry out and try to make sure the tree isn't too close to a radiator. That should keep the needles on it throughout Christmas.
You can buy sprays that are supposed to retain the needles, but I've never noticed much difference with them. Watering the tree generously and often is key.
2007-12-10 08:08:36 · answer #2 · answered by Kyo-the-cat 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should have cut about two inches off the existing trunk and stood it in a bucket of water before bringing it in the house. Then stand it in a bucket of sand or damp newspaper. Keep the bucket moist. You can also get a spray that you use on the tree to prevent needle drop.
Having said that, some varieties of tree are immune to needle drop.
2007-12-10 08:26:03 · answer #3 · answered by Michael B 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to get a live Christmas tree stand. It has a bowl that you insert the trunk of the tree into and screw it into place to hold it up. you then put water into the bowl and just check i every few days. I recommend a preservative instead of just plant water. Contact this company: they used to have tree safe which was a preservative and fire retardant. Good stuff
http://www.safetyproinc.com/index.html
2007-12-11 05:07:20 · answer #4 · answered by The Cat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think of it as a cut flower. It will dry out and drop its needles and turn brown if you don't keep it wet. It would be best to give it a fresh cut (sticky sap tries to seal the wound) If you have it decorated and recutting is not an option, please at least score the bark at the bottom of the base and use a stand that has a generous reservoir.
2007-12-10 09:28:31 · answer #5 · answered by kathbiralibaby 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep the bottom of the trunk in a bowl of water. Most tree stands have a bowl built in. Keep water in the bowl. It will empty out quickly.
2007-12-10 08:02:36 · answer #6 · answered by jamzm2002 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well every year i get a new tree and it is real and i give my tree montian dew
2007-12-10 08:06:17 · answer #7 · answered by Angel 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋