Christmas tree challenges drought

Severe droughts in the US cause many trees to die, but it cannot knock down Christmas trees.

A pine farm in the US. (Photo: blogspot.com)

Despite severe drought, this year, growers and dealers of American Christmas trees will still enjoy a great harvest because their pine trees are able to adapt to the harsh weather. It is estimated that about 31 million Christmas trees are sold in the US this Christmas season, especially in the northwest, AP reported.

Pine growers have left large trees for several years to reach a height of two to three meters as required by customers. Therefore, pine roots grow quite deep and are easily exposed to groundwater, helping them to cope with drought.

This year the United States faced one of the most severe drought seasons since 1895. Statistics show that 54.6% of the total area of ​​48 states is severely affected by dry weather.

Temperatures rising to 42 degrees Celsius in some areas have caused many young pine trees to die in masses. However, ranchers have replaced them with a faster growing variety. Cutting and shaping small trees also increases their growth rate.

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