The most important thing to remember when caring for a Christmas tree is to water, water, water. Your tree will continue to drink long after it has been cut and in order to ensure your tree lasts the whole holiday season it is very important to always make sure your tree has at least 2 inches of the truck submerged in water. You may have to refill the stand daily, however this will help prevent needles from falling off too soon and make sure it stays nice and green. Some sources also recommend occasionally adding a drop of water-soluble fertilizer per watering.
When setting up a new tree it is important to find the right stand. We here at Heritage Hill highly recommend a base that can be nailed into the trunk and screws in at the sides for maximum support. Always allow the branches at least 3 days to fully “fall ” before decorating. Most trees come tied and need time to settle and take their original shape. We also highly recommend taking 2-3 inches off the base of the trunk to increase the longevity of your tree. We will always offer to do this for you before we wrap it and tie it on your car for you!
While it may not seem like different varieties of Christmas trees have many differences there are many benefits to each individual type. The most popular genus around the holidays is (of course) the fir tree. Heritage Hill carries three of the most popular fir trees Balsam, Fraser, and Canaan. While all fir trees have strong branches capable of supporting most ornaments there are a few key differences. Balsam Fir trees have a beautiful dark green needle with hints of silver and a strong fragrance. Fraser firs have a lighter yellowish hue, a strong fragrance, and are often favored because they hold onto their needles making clean-up easier. Canaan Firs are often referred to as a hybrid of Balsam and Fraser firs. They also hold onto their needles, yet a deep yet warm green color, and lighter smell than other firs making it perfect for people who don’t want to be overwhelmed by the smell of their tree. Stop in the day after Thanksgiving and find your favorite!
When shopping at Heritage Hill Nursery you may notice we have multiple different grades of trees such as premium, promotional, and economy. In order to choose the best tree for your family it is important to understand what the different grades mean. The grade of a tree is determined by many factors, the most important to our customers being density and number of defects per side. All our fresh Christmas trees are healthy, have a normal taper, and are well-shaped. The highest quality trees (premium) have a high density of branches and may only have one minor defect per side making them perfect for a breathtaking centerpiece.
Gold Cone Juniper grows to 5’ tall with a 2’ spread, making it a great choice for a low hedge. It does well in a wide range of soils, but make sure it is well drained, and give it full sun for the best colors. Foliage starts as a wonderful shade of yellow in spring, before turning a blue-green for the duration of winter.
