CUT TREE
CARE
There are many so-called recommendations on how to care for your tree out there.
What works? Well...every situation is different. Heat sources vary for each site you use. This is important to remember when
you choose your tree and when you decide to display the tree.
What's best? WATER! We've heard all the remedies and after all these years we
still recommend plain water. Warm water is best. Never hot (hot can scald). Warm water can help soften the sap to allow water
to flow more freely. We always recommend giving your tree warm water for the first watering. If the water line goes below
the base of the trunk, give it warm water again. Try not to let the water level get that far and you should not have many
problems.
If you do wish to add anything to your water because of type or conditions of
your water, please only use recommended tree preserve water additives. Only use as recommended on the labels.
We understand that many of you have been using all kinds of remedies for years
with no problems. Don't change. If it works, then stick to it. Please be careful on how much of anything you may add to the
water. Three ways to think of your cut tree....
1) It is a cut plant, not unlike a cut flower. We don't expect cut flowers to
last over a month?
2) What we put in to the tree is similar to how we take care of radiators
of our vehicles. If we put the wrong stuff in it gets gunked up! Be wary of sugar and products containing sugar.
3) Some things can be poison to our trees and defoliate them immaturely. Salts
and chemicals. Think of what salt does to melt icy roadways and the result to plant material along those roads.
Just pay attention to how you care for your tree. Use common sense and you should
have an enjoyable season.
