{"id":479,"date":"2019-12-09T18:06:30","date_gmt":"2019-12-09T18:06:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/?p=479"},"modified":"2019-12-09T18:06:30","modified_gmt":"2019-12-09T18:06:30","slug":"will-hanging-christmas-lights-harm-my-trees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/will-hanging-christmas-lights-harm-my-trees\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Hanging Christmas Lights Harm My Trees?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
We are well into the Christmas season by now, and many homeowners are preparing to decorate their front yards with all their favorite seasonal charm. Those most admired outdoor holiday d\u00e9corations we look forward to every year are string lighting. Nothing is more amazing than a street filled with brilliant, sparkling holiday lights! But in order to make the best of holiday decorating, it is necessary to hang Christmas lights properly, especially when it comes to trees. Improper stringing and draping of Christmas lights can have adverse effects on your landscaping trees, as well as your house and other surrounding structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are a holiday d\u00e9cor enthusiast who wishes to string\nup lights around your house, you might want to review some important tips for\nhanging Christmas lights on trees. Continue reading to get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\nIndianapolis Tree Service 317-783-2518<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Know Your Lights<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
There are several different kinds of Christmas lights. The\ntype you are using will have an influence on how you should hang them, so be\nsure to familiarize yourself with the most common options. Common options include\nLED, wide-angled LED, incandescent, transparent, globe, ceramic, RGB LED, and\nnet lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Have a Plan<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Once you are aware of the type of lights you are using\noutside, begin to plan out your scheme. Determine where you will be adding\nlights, such as windows, roof edges, doors, and more. Then determine which\nlights you are going to add and how much. To determine how much length of\nlighting you need, divide the height of the trunk by the spacing between each\nstrip of lights you will use, about 3 inches is ideal. Next, multiply that\nnumber by the trunk’s circumference. From there, you can coordinate a plan for battery\npower, backups, and of course, fire safety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use Net Lighting for Trees<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
Hanging Christmas lights on trees can be damaging, and lead\nto broken branches, limb loss, foliage loss, bark damage, and more. For this\nreason, if you plan to string lights on your outdoor landscaping trees, it is\nhighly recommended to use net lighting. Net lighting are basically large nets covered\nin lights. They can be easily draped over trees with a simply throw. They are safer\nfor tree branches and foliage since they do not directly attach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Standard Lights for Trees<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
If you are sticking with traditional string lights for tree decorating,\nbe sure you follow the best practices for tree protection. A general rule of thumb\nis to use C7 or C9 sized bulbs and space them around 6 to 8 inches apart. After\nall, having longer distances between lights will allow more light to spread\nacross a wider area, thus creating more picturesque shadows and warmth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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