Title: Fireproofing Your Christmas Tree Part 2
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And, for those inquisitive minds, here's an explanation of why and how it works.

The Karo syrup provides the SUGAR, and it is only in the presence of sugar that tremendous amounts of water will be taken up by the exposed tissue at the base of the trunk. Without the sugar, only the smallest amount of water will be absorbed. However, in the presence of sugar, you can expect more than one and one-half gallons of the solution to be absorbed by the tree during a 10 - 14 day period.

But there's more. Thanks to the boron you have supplied (in the Boraxo), the water and sugar will be moved to every needle and branch of your tree. Remember, boron is what makes sugar move, not only in trees, but vegetables, fruits and even house plants.

Then, there's the epsom salt and the chelated iron. Epsom salt is magnesium sulfate, and magnesium (together with iron) are the center molecules in the process we know as chlorophyll production. By making the magnesium and iron available to the tree, you're assuring yourself of green needles, even if the tree was not sprayed at the tree farm before being shipped to the market.

But what about the chlorine bleach? Chlorine stops a mold from forming when water and sugar stand for any period of time. Here, the chlorine stops the mold from forming in the bucket and the "well" of the tree stand where your preservative sits.

Finally, a little about the benefits from preserving your tree this way.

1. Your tree will be SOAKING WET with water. In fact, at least 800% more water than when the tree was growing in the forest! This in turn prevents the tree from becoming a fire hazard.

2. No needles will drop, no matter what variety of evergreen you choose to display in your home. At the same time, the tree will give off a fragrance like that which you've sensed while walking through a forest of evergreens or strolling through the Christmas Tree lot.

3. Finally, make the test yourself. When the holidays are over and the tree is taken down and moved outdoors, cut one of the branches off. Move away from the tree and try to light the branch with a match. IT WON'T BURN....guaranteed!!!

A little side note about disposing of your tree. If you have an outdoor garden of any size, be ecology conscious. Cut the branches from the tree and scatter them over the previously applied mulch in your rose, tulip and bulb garden or atop the mulch over your flower bed. A thick layer of these evergreen boughs is added protection for your plants over the winter.

So, take the time to fireproof your live evergreen tree this Christmas and enjoy a safe holiday!!! Posted for your holiday safety by The WEE Scot -- paul macGregor

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