It’s that time of year again – time to take down the Christmas tree and put away all the festive decorations. But what do you do with the tree once the holidays are over? If you’re looking for some creative ways to reuse your Christmas tree, then this blog post is for you!
Here are 10 ways to reuse your Christmas tree post-holiday season:
- Smell like Christmas year-round.
- Use it as firewood.
- Remove the branches and use them as mulch in your garden.
- Cut it up and use it as a natural fence or border in your yard.
- Use it as a bird feeder.
- Make a compost bin out of it.
- Use it as a naturalist’s Christmas tree.
- Strip the bark and use it for crafts.
- Insulate perennials with Boughs.
- Get rid of it!
- Smell like Christmas year-round.
Create a DIY air freshener by crushing up the pine needles and putting them into a bowl of potpourri or sachets.
- Use it as firewood
If you have a wood-burning fireplace or stove, you can also use your Christmas tree as firewood. Just be sure to remove all of the decorations first!
- Remove the branches and use them as mulch in your garden.
You can also cut up the tree and use it as mulch in your garden. This will help to fertilize your plants and keep the weeds down.
- Cut it up and use it as a natural fence or border in your yard.
Another option is to use the tree as a natural fence or border in your yard. Simply remove the branches and place them around the perimeter of your garden or property.
- Use it as a bird feeder.
You can also use the branches to make a bird feeder. Just tie them together in a pyramid shape and then hang it from a tree. Fill it with bird seed, and then wait for the birds to come!
- Make compost
To compost your Christmas tree, simply cut the tree into smaller pieces and add it to your compost pile. The tree will decompose over time and help create nutrient-rich compost for your garden.
- Use it as a naturalist’s Christmas tree.
If you're looking for a more unique recycling option, you can use your Christmas tree as a naturalist's Christmas tree. Simply decorated with edible fruit, nuts, and seeds, your tree will provide a feast for local wildlife.
- Strip the bark and use it for crafts.
Your tree is full of goods that can be used for a variety of purposes. The bark can be stripped and used for crafts, such as baskets, bowls, and jewelry. The bark can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and yarn.
- Insulate perennials with boughs.
Boughs from an old Christmas tree can be used to insulate perennials and shrubs in the winter. This will help to prevent damage from snow and ice. To do this, simply place the boughs around the plants you wish to protect.
- Get rid of it!
Christmas trees are a huge fire hazard. According to the National Fire Protection Association, Christmas trees are responsible for an average of 210 home fires each year. These fires cause an average of $17 million in property damage, and they often occur when the tree is left unattended or when electrical problems occur. The best thing you can do is to get rid of your tree as soon as possible after Christmas. Local dump trucks will have a special pick-up day or bins are provided throughout the city for dumping your tree at one of these locations.
There you have it, 10 ways to reuse your Christmas tree. There are many other ways to reuse your Christmas tree, and we are happy to provide additional options when you stop in or call us! As always, we have a variety of trees, plants, soils, pots and decorations as you prepare for next year’s garden. And we always have gift cards available for any occasion. We hope you had a Merry Christmas and that you have a Happy New Year!