Now that you have selected your special tree, please care for it as you would a fresh bouquet of flowers. As soon as you get it home, make a fresh straight cut across the base of the trunk to remove at least one - quarter inch of the trunk. Immediately place your tree in a water-holding stand, or if you are not ready to decorate it, place it in a bucket of water. Dont ever let the base of the tree dry out as a seal will form and a new cut will be necessary so that the tree can take up moisture. |
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A Christmas tree, like a bouquet of flowers, likes it cool and safe, so please dont put your tree near your fireplace, heat source, or television set. Let the tree remain outdoors or on a cool porch or patio until you are ready to decorate it. |
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A freshly cut tree is a safe tree and is no more flammable than a wet leaf. Keep plenty of water in the tray, using a sturdy stand that is large enough for the tree. Check the water several times each day! |
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Be sure that the light cords and connections you use on your tree are in good working order to insure a safe Christmas for your family.
Remember to unplug the tree lights when you go to bed or when you leave home. You should use only cool burning lights. |
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