If you've opted for a real Christmas tree this year, you'll need to water it to ensure it stays looking its best over the ...

A recent fire safety demonstration at the University of Maryland showed how important it is to water your Christmas tree.

Once your Christmas tree has been cut, it can last for about six to eight hours without water. A well-kept tree can last on ...

Industry experts and academics in the field of Christmas tree handling differ in opinions about whether the temperature of water used to water a Christmas tree makes a difference to its longevity.

"There's a special stand that you put water in," Schultz said. "If you keep the tree watered it keeps that green look and looking more like a Christmas tree much longer. And also, it keeps the ...