10 myths about Christmas trees debunked

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1.Christmas trees are bad for the environment

Many people believe that Christmas trees are bad for the environment and should be avoided, but this is simply not true. A natural tree is a renewable resource that can be used year after year, whereas a fake tree will eventually lose its color and have to be thrown out. If you’re concerned about using a real tree, try recycling last year’s — many municipalities offer programs where you can drop off your old tree and get a free new one!

2. Real trees are messy

A properly cared-for real Christmas tree will only shed needles when you water it regularly (every few days) and mist them lightly with water each time you change its water supply.

3. You need lots of space for your Christmas tree

Don’t let lack of space keep you from buying a Christmas tree this year! There are many smaller versions available (some as small as 3 feet tall) that will fit perfectly in small spaces like apartments or dorm rooms.

4.  It’s bad luck not to water your Christmas tree

 There is no such thing as good or bad luck when it comes to watering your tree. However, if you wait too long between watering, the needles on your tree may begin to drop and fall off.

5.  It’s best to keep your tree up until New Year’s Eve

 If you’re going away for the holidays and won’t be home for New Year’s Eve, just take down your tree before you leave and store it in a cool, dry place until next year. This will help maintain its freshness until next season.

6. You can cut down a live tree from your yard and bring it inside without damaging it.

You can cut down a live tree from your yard but you should never attempt to bring one inside unless it is already dead. Trees are living organisms and they need food, water and sunlight in order to survive — none of which they’ll get once they’ve been cut down.

7. The first Christmas tree was introduced in Germany

The first recorded use of a decorated evergreen at Christmastime was by the ancient Romans. They used holly, ivy and mistletoe. The Romans also brought pine trees into their homes as symbols of rebirth during winter solstice celebrations.

8.  You should put your tree up after Thanksgiving

This isn’t true! You can put up your tree whenever you want – there’s no rush! Just make sure it has enough water before you decorate.

9. You should keep your Christmas tree in water all year long

This depends on how much water is in your soil, but most people don’t need to do this any longer because they have access to artificial trees that look good year-round. However, if you have a real tree, make sure it has enough water before you decorate.

10. Christmas trees are a fire hazard

Christmas trees are actually the safest tree to have in your home. They’re typically not as flammable as some other types of decorations, like paper ornaments and tinsel. Fire experts recommend keeping your Christmas tree watered and away from heat sources. If you do have a real tree, make sure it’s fresh — don’t leave it up longer than two weeks.

Using A Theme You Love On Green Artificial Christmas Trees

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The Beauty of Green Artificial Christmas Trees

How is it that some people simply love their tree every year while other people may think it could have been better? The key difference is the theme that is being used on these green artificial Christmas trees. If you love the theme, however, it turns out is going to be okay, and you are going to simply love the look of your tree. However, if you were to do some theme that you are not totally in love with, then you are going to have an issue with your tree.

The key to decorating green artificial Christmas trees is to find the theme that you love. Remember, there are tons of themes that come to life every year. There are those that are traditional, those that are modern, and even those that are designed by the best designers out there that you can replicate. However, if you truly want a theme that you are going to love, then you need to make this personal.

This does not mean that you cannot use some of the trendy themes that you are seeing on Pinterest for your green artificial Christmas trees. We are saying that this theme needs to speak to you on a personal level…when you do this, you are going to love the end results.

So, how do you find a theme that is going to be personal to you that you will love?

Here are a few ideas to get your creativity going!

  1. What is something that you love in life?
  2. What is your favorite hobby to do when you have the time?
  3. What is the main thing you think of when you think of Christmas?

These are great starting points to find the theme that is going to “speak” to you. Here are some examples of just how you can make things more personal:

– If you decide that you love the traditional red and green themes on green artificial Christmas trees…why not combine this with something that you remember from childhood Christmas’s. You are going to find that in doing so, you will end up having a tree that really speaks to your love of the season.

– If you go with a color scheme for your tree, then add in some personal items to make your green artificial Christmas trees come to life with creativity. For example, maybe combine a white theme with the Yeti if you are one of those who love these legends. Or, if you are an avid reader, showcase some of your favorite story characters through how you decorate this tree.

– Combine a farmhouse theme on your tree with your favorite animal to make this a tree that you smile at each time you pass by!

The ideas are really endless when you add in something that is personal. If you want your green artificial Christmas trees to be something that you end up loving and hate to see leave when the season ends, then go with these tips!