tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4304539175735094922.post-77192989912732417402007-12-04T12:05:00.001-08:002007-12-04T12:05:45.739-08:00<div id="content"> <ul><li>After choosing your tree, keep it in a shaded and sheltered area such as a garage or porch until you are ready to decorate.</li><li>Before you set up your tree, make a fresh 1 inch cut off the base and place the tree in a stand that holds at least a gallon of water.</li><li>Keep the tree stand filled with water. Add a preservative, such as Prolong, to the water. Note: a tree will absorb as much as a gallon of water or more in the first 24 hours.</li><li>Always position your tree away from heat sources like fireplaces, radiators and television sets.</li></ul> <p align="left"><span style="font-size:+2;">Safety Tips</span></p> <ul><li>Refill your stand with warm water daily.</li><li>Always turn your tree lights off when not at home.</li><li>Please recycle, and never burn live cut trees.</li></ul> <p align="left"><span style="font-size:+2;">Decorated Cut Trees</span></p> <ul><li>Keep away from heat sources.</li><li>Mist with water periodically.</li><li>If it has a floral foam center, water to keep moist.</li></ul> </div>Mike Marcuciohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16581925090028807624noreply@blogger.com