Keep Your Tree Fresh and Green
Cut the stump of the tree with a fresh cut and set it in water
immediately. A fresh-cut tree will absorb several quarts of water right
from the start. So it’s important to check and refill the water level
several times a day for the first week. You can cut down on frequency
later. Be sure to place you Christmas tree in a stand that has a large water reservoir and keep it filled.
Christmas Tree PreservativeYou can prolong the life of your Christmas tree by mixing up a concoction of 1 quart water, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, and 1 teaspoon liquid bleach.
Putting Lights and Decorations on the TreeWhen decorating your Christmas tree, put lights on first, then garlands, then the ornaments.
Work From the Inside OutStart arranging Christmas tree lights on the branches near the base of the tree. Weave strings of lights along the branches “inside,” then move to the outer edges of the branches.
Placement of OrnamentsDon’t hang all your ornament on the tips of the branches. Place ornaments and other decorations ‘inside’ your tree to add depth and interest.
Basic Ornaments for FillStart by arranging the “filler ornaments”
evenly spaced around the tree. This would include basic solid color
balls that are easily found at discount stores in a wide range of
colors to coordinate and enhance your decorating scheme. You’ll need
about 20 “filler ornaments” for every 2 feet of Christmas tree.
Special Themed, Collectible OrnamentsMix one-of-a-kind
special ornaments between the basic ornaments. Plan to use at least 10
special themed ornaments for every 2 feet of tree. As your collection
grows, put the special ornaments closer together.