How to Give Your Christmas Tree New Life After the Holiday

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Your Christmas tree can bring warmth and joy throughout the Holiday season and winter. But when the year draws to a close, you may see dried out or abandoned trees waiting to be taken to the landfill. Before tossing yours away, check out these easy ways to revitalize it.

Crafting and Gifting

Different parts of the tree can be used for gifts or crafts. Large trunk pieces can be sawed down into discs for rustic coasters or ornaments. Pine needles can be collected and turned into fragrant sachets. Sachet bags can be purchased from your local craft store or made from scrap fabric. Placing a sachet or two in your closet or in the back of dresser drawers create an aromatic reminder of Holiday memories.

Outdoor Bonfires with Loved Ones

Pine trees tend to burn quickly and produce a sharp and refreshing smell. While it can be tempting to add them to the wood stove, experts recommend using them in outdoor fire pits instead. Because of their high resin content, the chemicals released can coat the inside of your chimney and create a fire risk.

Animal and Bird Sanctuaries

The critters in your backyard can appreciate your tree just as much as your family did! Birds often have trouble finding food during winter and rely on stocked feeders in your neighborhood. Create a happy place for these winged friends by bringing your tree outside and stocking it with feeders or suet balls. Alternatively, turning the tree on its side in the corner of your yard can give rabbits, squirrels, and other small wildlife a protective place to rest in the snow.

Garden Revival

You can recycle your tree to keep your yard and garden in tip top shape. After you cut the boughs, lay them over perennials to protect them from snow and frost. Cutting the trunk into small circles can create an artful garden border. Additionally, pine needles dry quickly and decompose slowly. These reasons make them perfect for moisture-free mulch for ground-covered plants or crops.

Décor and Curb Appeal

The branches and boughs you admired inside can be repurposed into outside curb appeal and decoration. DIY wreathes can make doors and entryways beautifully seasonal. If you’re less crafty, even cutting your tree from the top and placing it in a decorative outdoor pot is a great option. Adding some green branches to your window boxes adds a pop of color against your home and crisp, white snow.

Cozy and Joyful All Season Long

Recycling or disposing of your tree in natural ways gives back to both your community and the environment. No matter how you decide to use your Christmas tree after the holiday is over, we hope it brings you joy that lasts into the new year! If you’re looking for an all-seasons mortgage lender, contact us today.