12 Secrets Your Christmas Tree Wishes You Knew

You’ll want to confirm that we’re still fresh

To be sure your tannenbaum lasts into the new year, use these tips from This Old House: 1) Grab any branch on the tree between your thumb and forefinger, gently clamp down and pull toward yourself. If you end up with a handful of needles, the tree is already past its prime. 2) Crush the needles in your hand and then sniff them to be sure the tree is fragrant. 3) Bounce the tree by holding it a few inches above the ground and dropping it. Needles that drop from the interior are normal, but if exterior needles fall off, the tree is too dry. If your tree isn’t completely dry by the time you want to toss it, consider trying out these genius uses for pine needles.

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