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Using a small hand saw, cut about 1 1/2 to 2 inches off the bottom, at a slight slant. Making sure to remove any sap, sawdust or bark that is hardened there. Step 3 Place tree firmly into the tree stand, making sure that metal tines in the bottom of the stand have pierced the bottom of the tree. Try placing an old towel under the trunk to keep it stable while you cut at least one inch off the bottom of the Christmas tree.

Doing this will ensure a longer life for the Christmas Tree by allowing the tree a fresh cut to drink up all the water it wants. 8. Place your Christmas tree in the tree holder of your choice.

Dec 11, Remember this lesson well, ‘TOPers - you should always cut an extra inch or two off the bottom of a cut Christmas tree’s stump, but no barking!

Just make sure you are able to get the tree into water shortly thereafter.

Jack Frost says: “Keep Off the Grass” Estimated Reading Time: 5 mins. Aug 11, Cut off some of the base.

Trim the base of the tree trunk once you take it home. Use a handsaw or chainsaw to remove at least half an inch off the end. If you get your tree from a 59%(64).

Dec 07, But, chopping a tree isn’t always easy. It may require a professional hand. Thankfully, there are plenty tree cutting services nearby who will gladly assist. Once you bring your Christmas tree home, there are a number of tips to keep in mind when caring for your tree.

Use water-holding stands and always ensure the water level is above the base of the tree.

First, it’s best to chop off at least one inch from the bottom of the trunk/5(68). Dec 01, After it is cut, an evergreen tree will seal off the cut surface with sap. The tree lot should cut a slice off the bottom of the trunk to remove the seal so the tree can absorb treedelimbing.barted Reading Time: 3 mins.