How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree!

How to Dispose of Your Christmas Tree 

(The Environmentally Friendly Way)

The Christmas Season is over and  now you're probably stuck with a huge, shedding, browning tree in your living room. Well do not fear! There are plenty of easy, eco-friendly ways to re-use and recycle your tree, even after it can no longer be used for decoration. We've compiled a short list of just a few of the many easy ways to recycle your Christmas tree! 

Chop It Up

Save money on buying logs and kindling and use your old Christmas tree instead. The trunk and any large branches can be sawn off and used as logs, and any small branches and twigs (as they catch fire easily) can be used as kindling to light your fire. If you don't have a fire to burn our logs on then you can cut them up so that they fit in your garden waste bin and they can be recycled that way.

Make Mulch

Everything on your Christmas tree is biodegradable, meaning that it decomposes over time and releases its nutrients back into the soil. This fact, accompanied with the pleasant smell which many Christmas trees have, mean it is perfect for mulch. Just Remove the branches from the tree and cut them into small pieces using a wood chipper (or by hand if you have the time) and spread them across the ground in your garden.

Create a Bird Habitat

If you place your tree outdoors it can provide the perfect shelter for all types of birds. You can even hang small treats such as suet, stale bread and dried fruit wrapped up in mesh bags on the tree to attract more wildlife to your garden. 

Make Potpourri

Due to their subtle aroma the needles from your Christmas tree can be gathered up and used to make potpourri along with other items that can be easily foraged or bought in most shops such as cinnamon sticks, lavender, small pine cones and holly.

Contact Your Local Council

Some Councils offer free tree recycling services over the Christmas period so you can easily dispose of your tree. Councils usually shred the wood into chippings which are then used in local parks or woodlands. If your Council does not offer this service you should also check with some local garden services as they may be able chop it up into mulch for you.

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Perfect Christmas Gifts for the Avid Gardener

Perfect Christmas Gifts for the Avid Gardener

There is no denying that the bests gifts to give and receive are those which are heartfelt. They show that you know that person well, and really do listen when they discuss the things that they love with you. The problem with that is that it can take up lots of time trying to search for the 'perfect' gift. However, If that close friend or family member is a gardener you're in luck! We have scoured the internet to find some of the best fun but also practical gifts for four different types of gardener, all for under £20. The young gardener, the show-off, the lazy gardener and the beginner can all be catered for, and for all your hard work, you can even treat yourself to something too...

(1) For The Young Gardener(1)

~£7.19~

This is the perfect gift for any child who is interested in gardening. They are all proper tools, manufactured from carbon steel with a hardened and tempered, gun metal finish, but are much lighter than the full size versions.
This Kit Contains:

• 1x Hand Cultivator

• 1x Hand Trowel

• 1x Hand Fork

• 1x Pair of Gardening Gloves

(2)For The 'Show-Off'(2)

~£13.99~

These trowels make the perfect gift for the gardener fried, or family member, you know and love. Fun and functional these trowels show them you know just how special they are. Featuring an etched stainless steel blade for resistance to rust and a mirror polished finish that helps the blade slip easily into the ground (and makes it easier to clean) these trowels also come with a ten-year guarantee. These trowels also have an additional hardwood handle with a tang to help to prevent scraped knuckles and provide additional leverage. Weather proofed for longer life these trowels are an essential park of any gardeners tool kit.

(3)For The Lazy Gardener(3)

~19.20~

This item makes the perfect gift for any gardener in need of some TLC. It is great value for money (considering the amount of items you receive) and comes with the option to have it wrapped in Christmas paper. 

This Kit Contains:

• 1x Lady Gardening Cloves, Pink (colours and pattern may vary)
• 1x Lady Size Lightweight Secateurs, Plain Green (pattern and colour may vary)
• 1x Gardening Hand Fork with Pink Handle 
• 1x Gardening Hand Trowel with a Pink Handle
• 1x Gardening Twine with Metal Cutter (30mtr)
• 1x Travel Mug with handle, ideal for in the garden and can be used for hot or cold drinks. It wont spill and keeps insects from helping themselves to a drink
• 1x Dove Soap Lather Rich, nice to use after gardening
• 1x Dove Purely Pampering Nourishing Body Wash, Shea Butter and Warm Vanilla (250ml)
• 1x Nail Brush in Pink
• 1x Pink Foam Rose, great little keepsake
• 1x Box Tray, can be used in the shed or house for storage (33cm x 26cm)

(4)For The Beginner(4)

~£14.95~

This Vegetable Growing Starter Kit Includes:

• High Quality Seeds ; Carrot 'Nantes' , Dwarf French Beans ' Speedy', Peas 'Rondo' , Spinach 'Bordeaux' , Swiss Chard 'Bright Lights'
• Beautiful 5-Step Illustrated instruction booklet
• Growing on, outdoor sowing, harvesting and uses instructions
• Mini Greenhouse
• Plant Markers
• Pencil

Want to Buy? Just click on the links below! 

(1)http://www.lanleesupplies.co.uk/Products/005800050008/GPYG

(2)

-Garden Queen Trowel  http://www.lanleesupplies.co.uk/Products/005800050008/TOGSJEGHTGQ

- Worlds Best Gardener  http://www.lanleesupplies.co.uk/Products/005800050008/TOGSJEGHTWBG

(3) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ladies-Gardening-Tools-Gloves-Gift-Set-Trowel-Fork-Secateurs-Gift-Set-FREE-WRAP-/131654833484

(4)http://www.plant-n-grow.co.uk/product/vegetable-growing-starter-kit-grows-from-april/