AT A GLANCE
How can you keep an Advent wreath fresh?
To keep an Advent wreath fresh, you should store it in a cool, damp place, spray or water it regularly and only buy it shortly before the first Advent. Prefer wreaths made of noble or Nordmann fir and avoid hairspray.
Why doesn't the Advent wreath stay fresh for so long?
It will unwittingly Mistakes in purchase, storage and care made. That's why the green of the fir trees dries up faster than it needs to, becomes paler, loses needles. This has an unfavorable effect on durability:
- too early purchase
- Branches are already older, possibly from unfavorable fir species
- consistently warm, dry location
- lack of hydration
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How do I do everything right when buying?
There are several points to consider. Buy the Advent wreath as soon as possible before the first Advent. Even then, pay attention to the freshness of the needles. Wreaths with noble fir or Nordmann fir may be more expensive, but they don't need needles as quickly. It's better to buy the wreath from your local flower shop instead of mass-produced goods from the supermarket around the corner. You may also have the opportunity to cut off fir branches yourself, tie them into a wreath and decorate them with candles.
What is the best way to store the Advent wreath?
On the respective Advents, when the candles are lit, you can place the wreath in the place that suits you best. In the meantime, however, it should be stored in a cool and damp place, far away from heating and chimneys. How about a cool hallway, basement or balcony?
How do I properly moisten the wreath?
If the base is straw or moistened floral mass, you can place the wreath on a plate and regularly sprinkle it with a little water from below pour. Straw and foam absorb it and release the moisture to the fir branches. You should regularly spray the greenery of other Advent wreaths with cold water. This not only keeps them fresh, but also reduces the risk of fire. Use a spray bottle with a very fine atomizer for this so that the decoration does not get too wet.
I sprayed the wreath with hairspray, does that work?
This is not recommended, the hairspray dries out the needles even more. However, dry needles are not just a purely visual problem. There is an increased risk of fire in the immediate vicinity of lit candles! Do not take any risks, dispose the wreath prematurely.
Tip
Choose an Advent wreath without a fir tree - don't struggle with durability!
Fir branches are traditionally part of the Advent wreath. But also one Advent wreath without fir can conjure up a festive atmosphere during the Advent season. Alternative advent wreaths are offered in stores, but can also be easily made at home improvise.
