After a week across the country will officially open the Christmas-tree markets, and together we rushed to the search for the most beautiful Christmas tree. How not to make the wrong choice and look for a tree that no problems will stay until March, when you finally throw his thinking, this article will tell.
But first, a few words for environmentalists who have uncovered sheath. Spruce is not a rare plant that is not listed as endangered. She has a great regeneration - for 5-7 years grows up to six meters. Of course, the mass felling of trees - it's bad. The Earth's atmosphere is indignant.
But remember that the Christmas tree for the holidays grow in spets.pitomnikah. And think about the damage to the environment from the work of one (even a little) factory on the production of artificial fir trees.
Of course, in our country there are poachers, illegal logging, not debugged disposal and recycling "unnecessary" trees, but that's another story.
So far, 5 simple tips on how to choose a Christmas tree.
Tip 1. Choose a size
It depends on your housing conditions and where you plan to place the owner of the holiday. a large hall suitable 2-2.5 meter spruce for the center (or pine), to the "red" corner of a small room the tree is not more than 1.5 meters in length.
Regardless of the size, do not put the Christmas tree next to a radiator or under the air conditioning - a tree there will be uncomfortable, and it is unlikely to please you for a long time.
Tip 2. Inspect the tree trunk
In one and a half meter in diameter tree it should be about 5-6 centimeters. In this case, the surface must be flat, smooth, without any suspicious growths, and mildew.
If you see a suspicious formation on the trunk, most likely, the tree is sick. Buying it is not necessary.
Then take it in hand. Nice fluffy tree weighing 5 to 7 kilos.
Tip 3. Smell
Proponents of live Christmas beauties in one voice declare that the artificial substitute will never smell like a real tree, and do not return them for a moment in childhood. It's true.
Therefore, after the inspection of the stem, tear off a couple of needles and rub them in their hands. It smells of the New Year? And on the palm was a little oily trail? Fine! This tree felled recently and according to the rules.
Also, hit the tree trunk on the ground. All needles were left in place? You got a great instance.
Tip 4. Slightly bend the one of the branches
Dry wood is easily chopped. Branches of dried wood patient break at the slightest touch to them.
Lively, full of juice spruce will not break. Her legs are flexible and bend quite well. Therefore, before buying a little bend one of the branches. If you do not break off, so you can safely take.
By the way, a tree will be easier to bring home. Suffice it to tie the branches to the trunk, so not much bristled, rope or twine.
Tip 5. Do not hurry
I've always wondered, how can Zhenya Lukashin decorate the Christmas tree on December 31? After almost New Year, and he only came to his senses!
In fact, the well-known hero of the film currently layfhaker - 31 December the cheapest trees. 2-3 weeks before holiday bazaar merchants fir-tree put a maximum price for their goods. And gradually, as we approach the hour X, lower the cost.
So on the eve of New Year's tree can be purchased for next to nothing.
However, there is a risk that this time will remain the most bald and ugly instances. But even among them you can find a great Christmas tree. At least, if you follow the advice above.