How to Make a Christmas Tree Last 5 to 6 Weeks

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Want to make your Christmas tree last longer? You don’t have to add sugar, or cut it at an angle, or drill holes in the trunk.

Here’s how to keep your tree alive for as long as possible (up to 6 weeks!) with my tested and true tips.

Start with a healthy, vibrant tree.

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Give the tree a clean, straight cut across the bottom.

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Get the tree in water as soon as you come home.

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Keep it cool.

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Believe it or not, the type of Christmas light you decorate your tree with can affect how long your tree lasts.

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How to Make a Christmas Tree Last 5 to 6 Weeks

Want to make your Christmas tree last longer? You don’t have to add sugar, or cut it at an angle, or drill holes in the trunk.

Here’s how to keep your tree alive for as long as possible (up to 6 weeks!) with my tested and true tips.

Start with a healthy, vibrant tree.

Before bringing a tree home, run your fingers along the branches and look for soft, flexible needles that have a rich, deep green color.

Give the tree a clean, straight cut across the bottom.

Chopping down your own tree ensures you have the freshest cut possible, assuming you don’t live more than a couple hours away.

Get the tree in water as soon as you come home.

As soon as you bring your tree indoors, set it up in a sturdy tree stand with a generous water reservoir that holds at least a gallon of water.

Keep it cool.

Believe it or not, the type of Christmas light you decorate your tree with can affect how long your tree lasts.

Opt for LED lights.

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