National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day

National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day is a bittersweet holiday. Today, people say goodbye to their Christmas evergreen beauty. Can this activity be classified as fun? Perhaps not, but don’t leave it up until the next New Year!

History

January 6 is the last day of Christmas. And no matter how sad it may be, we need to bring the house back to its standard look. National Day was coined by American writer Jace Shoemaker-Galloway not so long ago, but it quickly took root in American culture. Perhaps other nationalities celebrate it around the world!

It is not necessary for everyone to mark the date: some people want to enjoy the smell of spruce longer and throw it away later. The main thing is not to delay too long, because summer will be here before you know it! Previously, in Central Europe, trees were decorated with fruits: apples, plums, and pears. People expected that the plant would bud for the holiday, but this did not happen. Therefore, they came up with the idea of dressing coniferous trees, because they remained green and beautiful.

Interesting Facts

Did you know:

• young needles contain more vitamin C than lemons;
• spruce trees perfectly clean the air of dust and are ideal for allergy sufferers;
• a tree can live up to 400 years, and in some cases up to 500 years;
• in 2010, the most expensive Christmas tree was installed in Abu Dhabi, costing $11 million;
• blue spruce is a symbol of Colorado and Utah;
• Christmas trees can reach up to 100 meters in height;
• one spruce cone contains approximately 100 seeds;
• in spruce forests, even in the most intense heat, a pleasant coolness is felt.

How to Celebrate

Get ready to clean up on National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day! Call friends and family for help, because a truly sad parting is ahead. Carefully remove ornaments and pack them away until next year. Dispose of the tree in a special place.

When is National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day in 2025?

National Take Down the Christmas Tree Day is observed on January 6 each year.

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