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Caring for Your Small Potted Living Christmas Tree in the House
The high temperatures and low humidity levels in houses can be stressful to trees.
Follow these tips to give your tree the best care and help ensure success:
- Before moving the tree inside the house, help it adjust by moving it to an unheated but sheltered area such as a garage or porch for a couple of days.
- Keep the tree in the house for no more than 10-14 days. Less if the location is warm.
- Locate the tree indoors in as cool a location as possible. Keep it away from heating vents, fireplaces and other heat sources. Provide as much natural light as possible.
- Water every several days, keeping the soil moist but not flooded. Ice cubes can be used for watering because they keep the roots cool and water gently as they melt.