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Live Trees for Christmas: Pick, Care, and Plant Memories 🎄
There’s nothing like the fresh scent of a live tree to bring the magic of Christmas into your home. At Lakeview Nurseries, we’re big fans of choosing a real, live Christmas tree, especially when you can plant it afterward and create a memory that lasts for years. It’s not just about the festive charm — it’s about giving back to nature and building a living legacy in your yard.
Here’s everything you need to know about picking the perfect live tree, caring for it indoors, and the prep work involved to ensure it thrives when planted outside.
Choosing the Perfect Live Christmas Tree
At Lakeview Nurseries, we offer a wonderful selection of live Christmas trees that you can plant after the holiday season. Here are a few of our favorites:
- Dwarf Alberta Spruce: This petite, pyramid-shaped tree is perfect for smaller spaces. It has dense, bright green foliage that looks beautiful decorated and can thrive as an accent plant in your garden after the holidays.
- Baby Blue Spruce: Known for its stunning blue-gray needles, Baby Blue Spruce adds a unique touch to your Christmas decor. It has strong, sturdy branches that can hold your favorite ornaments and will become a striking feature in your yard for years to come.
- Silver Fir: If you love a classic Christmas tree scent, you can’t go wrong with a Silver Fir. It has soft, silvery-green needles and a lovely fragrance that fills your home. This tree will grow tall and majestic, making a beautiful addition to your landscape.
Pro Tip: Choose a tree with a healthy, firm root ball. This will give it the best chance for successful transplanting after the holidays.
Caring for Your Live Christmas Tree Indoors
Unlike a cut tree, a live Christmas tree needs a bit of special care while it’s inside your home:
- Keep It Cool: Live trees prefer cooler temperatures, so place it away from heat sources like radiators, fireplaces, or direct sunlight to prevent it from drying out.
- Water Often: Keep the root ball moist by checking it daily. Water as needed, but be careful not to overwater. The roots should be damp, not soaked.
- Limit Indoor Time: Your live tree should only stay indoors for about 7-10 days. The sooner it gets back outside, the better its chances of thriving.
Prepping to Plant Your Live Tree
After the holidays, it’s time to give your tree a permanent home in your yard. Here’s how to set yourself up for success:
- Pick the Perfect Spot: Choose a sunny location with plenty of space for the tree to grow. Keep in mind that your tree will continue to get bigger over the years, so give it room to spread out.
- Dig the Hole Early: If you expect the ground to freeze, dig the hole before the holiday season begins. Make it about twice as wide as the root ball but no deeper.
- Plant with Care: Remove any burlap or container, place the tree in the hole, and fill it back in with soil. Water deeply, and add a layer of mulch to help retain moisture.
Plant Memories That Last
The best part about choosing a live tree is the memory you create when you plant it. Imagine watching your tree grow alongside your family, becoming a special part of your yard and your holiday traditions. Each year, you can look back and remember the Christmas it was part of your celebration, creating a beautiful, lasting connection to nature.
We’re here to help you pick the perfect tree and offer all the tips you need to plant it successfully. Stop by Lakeview Nurseries and let’s make this holiday season extra special with a live Christmas tree that will bring joy for years to come.
Happy Holidays from all of us at Lakeview Nurseries! 🎅🌲
Warmly,
Michelle and the Team at Lakeview Nurseries
