Caring for Your Tree

Massachusetts Christmas Tree Association

National Christmas Tree Association


Keep your tree looking fresh past Christmas!

• If the tree was cut more than 6 hours before you can place it in the stand, cut a half-inch off the trunk when you get home.  (After 6 hours, the trunk will have too much resin on the cut to absorb water).
• Water, water, water!  Don't let your Christmas tree get dry - it won't be able to absorb water once it does.  As a general rule of thumb, trees need one quart of water per inch of trunk diameter. 
• If possible, place the tree away from heat sources.
• Always turn the lights off when you leave the house or go to bed!