tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8859044541840260349.post1617803465544042384..comments2023-05-09T07:20:31.348-07:00Comments on Tree Talk: Hey tree questions ....woo-hoo!Rick Dungeyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747710915134776525noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8859044541840260349.post-4480308854462065222011-12-04T13:01:19.725-08:002011-12-04T13:01:19.725-08:00We know people who keep their tree fresh and maint...We know people who keep their tree fresh and maintain needle retention for up to 3 months. The main thing to remember is to cut 1/2 inch or so off the bottom of the trunk just before putting in the stand and filling with water. The tree will absorb the most water in the initial 1 or 2 days as it rehydrates up to 98% capacity.<br />Even if you are not putting the tree up right away, you can bring Rick Dungeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07747710915134776525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8859044541840260349.post-54321920497540770512011-12-03T13:19:38.916-08:002011-12-03T13:19:38.916-08:00I bought a pre-cut tree on thurs Dec 1st, the tree...I bought a pre-cut tree on thurs Dec 1st, the tree is shedding needles like crazy today. I have kept the water almost to the top of the stand. Is there anything else I can do to keep it from drying out so quickly? I haven't even decorated it yet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8859044541840260349.post-15336727793317455792011-12-01T11:04:01.777-08:002011-12-01T11:04:01.777-08:00How long does a live tree last? If we purchase one...How long does a live tree last? If we purchase one this weekend, Dec 4, will it last till January 1? We keep our home around 67 degrees. Does it matter that we buy a very tall tree, like around 14 feet?<br />Thank you! Great Site!Cortneynoreply@blogger.com