To reduce the risk of a tree drying out, or even becoming a fire hazard, Loucks suggests setting it up away from heating vents, fireplaces and candles. To keep the branches lovely, Loucks recommends plenty of tap water without additives. If you keep it in plenty of water, it should hold safely until Christmas. Loucks said environmentalists should embrace natural Christmas trees as opposed to artificial ones. In fact, natural trees may be recycled for garden mulch or even fish habitat.
Most communities offer tree recycling.
Holiday revelers need to clear all decorations, especially tinsel, from the Christmas tree so it will be suitable for recycling. With proper water and care, natural Christmas trees are the gift that keeps on giving.