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TALKBACK: Birds Benefit From Recycled Christmas Trees
Officials Say Trees Could Also Be Used As Mulch
UPDATED: 5:17 pm CST January 7,
2008
MADISON, Wis. -- Green experts have some tips for those taking down Christmas trees this time of year.Experts said before tossing the tree, residents should consider recycling it in their own yard, WISC-TV reported.They advise people to simply leave the tree in the stand and place it outdoors to create a shelter for birds. Experts ask that tree owners remove all tinsel, plastic and other non-recyclable ornaments.They said the old Christmas trees can be redecorated with bird food ornaments.
The tree could also be used to mulch sensitive plants, WISC-TV reported.
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