12/08/2025
Today is National Christmas Tree Day!
This recent weather means it's probably a good time for a refresher on keeping your evergreens safe from snow load, salt spray, and winter burn.
‘Tis the season when evergreens steal the spotlight - glowing with lights, holding down the yard, standing tall through every icy whisper of December. But even the toughest trees feel winter’s weight.
A few simple steps can keep them healthy and vibrant long after the ornaments come down:
Snow Load:
Gently brush heavy snow upward off branches - never downward, which can snap limbs. Avoid using shovels or anything stiff that could damage needles.
Salt Spray:
If your trees sit near driveways or streets, rinse them off on warmer days and consider a burlap wrap or barrier to keep salty slush from burning needles.
Winter Burn:
Dry winter winds pull moisture from foliage. Mulch the base to help retain soil moisture, and water during mild spells when the ground isn’t frozen.
Healthy evergreens don’t just survive winter - they stay beautiful all year long.
Here’s to keeping your outdoor “Christmas trees” merry, bright, and thriving.