Monday, December 30, 2013

'Chip' your tree instead of chucking it, recyclers suggest

Monster Tree's Jim Parsons was recently featured in a segment on KSL titled, "'Chip' your tree instead of chucking it, recyclers suggest". The segment discusses the benefits from recycling your Christmas trees into mulch which in turns gives you the provides you a healthier environment for your other plants. Click here to view the segment or watch below.


Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Tim Parson from Monster Tree Service on KUTV

Our very own Tim Parsons from our Salt Lake City Monster Tree Service was recently featured in a great segment on KUTV discussing the proper care and treatment of Christmas trees. Check out the segment by clicking the image below.






Monday, December 2, 2013

How to Care for Your Living Christmas Tree

Now that Thanksgiving is over, all eyes are now focused on Christmas. We have found a great article on HGTV titled, "How to Care for Your Living Christmas Tree". The article describes in detail various hints and tips on how to keep your living Christmas tree alive and well. Click here to read the article or begin below.

By HGTV



The best strategy for keeping your living Christmas tree alive and well is to keep it cool and well-watered and to limit the amount of time it spends indoors. Here's how to help ensure your Christmas tree will be around next year. 

Do your research
Select a tree that's right for your climate, soil and light conditions. If you plan on keeping it in a pot outdoors for more than a season, be sure to select a variety that's hardy to two zones colder than your climate.

Buy early
Most nurseries will tag and hold trees until you're ready to bring them home. 

Put the tree in a transition zone
Two weeks before Christmas, put the tree in a garage for about a week to allow for acclimation to an indoor environment. Keep it watered, but don't overdo it.