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Exact date tradition suggests taking your Christmas tree and decorations down


Many families have their own traditions when it comes to taking down the Christmas tree - but is there a right or wrong time to do it?

Sumner continued: "Rushing to take your decorations down before (or after) the traditional festive season can be considered bad luck, so... 5th [of] January is a great date to choose." Despite this, Loren Taylor, gardening expert and owner of Outdoor Fountain Pros, warned that you might want to check your local recycling programs before keeping up a tree for longer. A dried out Christmas tree may pose a safety hazard, one expert warned (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Read MoreRelated Articles World's oldest people say 'wine rule' may be why they live past 100 years old

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