{"id":6476,"date":"2019-12-06T06:48:22","date_gmt":"2019-12-06T11:48:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/chokfm\/?p=6476"},"modified":"2019-12-06T06:48:22","modified_gmt":"2019-12-06T11:48:22","slug":"how-to-choose-the-best-christmas-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/briwebapp.net\/chokfm\/blogs\/mornings\/2019\/12\/how-to-choose-the-best-christmas-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Choose The Best Christmas Tree!"},"content":{"rendered":"

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How to choose the best Christmas Tree on the lot!\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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BOUNCE TEST<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u2022 First when you\u2019re picking out a tree, give it the bounce test to check freshness. Vigorously bounce it on its stump and if lots of needles fall off, choose another.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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WATER YOUR TREE<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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\u2022 Once you\u2019ve found the perfect tree, saw half an inch off the end to help it absorb water. Also, any tree that\u2019s 5 feet or taller needs to be kept in a tree stand that holds at least a gallon of water \u2014 trees are thirstiest the first few days after they\u2019re cut.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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\u2022 When you water your tree, use very warm water and add a teaspoon of light corn syrup and a few drops of bleach. It\u2019ll keep your tree fresh 2 weeks longer.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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TOO MANY TO CHOOSE FROM?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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If you have cats, get a Colorado Blue Spruce. The needles are prickly so they won\u2019t try climbing it twice. This is also the best on which to hang heavy ornaments, since it\u2019s branches are nice and thick.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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If you love that Christmas tree smell, get a Balsam Fir. Your entire house will smell like a forest in Maine<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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But the most popular tree is the Fraser Fir, which is said to have the best needle retention, staying fresh for up to 4 weeks.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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If you have allergies, beware of the Douglas Fir and Scotch Pines. They shed more than needles. They release allergy causing mold spores and pollen.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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