Decking the halls? Here are some tips for buying, disposing of, and preventing disaster with your holiday greenery.
Buy Locally
You don’t have to go far for fresh natural holiday decor. Christmas trees and greenery can be purchased from the following places right here in Marshfield.
Festival Foods
(715) 384-8866
1613 N Central Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
Millcreek Gardens
(715) 591-2000
8839 Mill Creek Dr, Marshfield, WI 54449
Shallow’s Nursery
(715) 591-3478
8461 Heritage Dr, Marshfield, WI 54449
Be Safe
There are numerous fires caused by Christmas trees and other holiday decor every year in the United States. Here are some fire prevention tips to keep you, your family, pets, and your home safe.
- Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not
fall off when touched. - PLACING THE TREE
• Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 2” from the base of the trunk.
• Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents, or lights.
• Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit.
• Add water to the tree stand. Be sure to add water daily. - LIGHTING THE TREE
• Use lights that are listed by a qualified testing laboratory. Some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use.
• Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Read the manufacturer’s instructions for the number of light strands to connect.
• Never use lit candles to decorate the tree.
• Always turn off the Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed. - AFTER THE HOLIDAYS
• Get rid of the tree after Christmas or when it is dry. Dried-out trees are a fire danger and should not be left in the home or garage, or placed outside against the home.
• Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the holidays to prevent hazards and make them last longer.
– Courtesy of the National Fire Prevention Association
Dispose Responsibly
The City of Marshfield asks that all wire, stands, and plastic wrappings are removed before a Christmas tree is placed at the curb or they will not be picked up. Christmas trees will be picked up separately from garbage during designated collection weeks (TBD). Christmas wreaths should be set out with the regular refuse items and will be picked up with garbage collection.
City of Marshfield residents may also drop off cleared Christmas trees seven days a week at the compost site located at 18th Street and Hume Avenue, Marshfield, WI. There is no charge for disposal.
Check the City of Marshfield Public Works site for updates.
