Christmas is coming, bringing with it memories filled with colourful sights and sounds. But don’t forget the wonderful, evocative scents, some of which come from seasonal greenery and flowers.

Fresh flowers and Christmas trees are beautiful additions to our Christmas decor, and in a perfect world we’d like to keep them looking fresh and lovely until at least Jan. 2. The Brandon Sun checked in with some local experts who shared tips for keeping those plants vibrant throughout the season.

Brandon Hills U-Cut Christmas Trees, 10 minutes south of Brandon, is where Jared and Sandra Smith are carrying on a family tradition, growing trees at their Terra Verde Farms property, now open on weekends until Dec. 14.

“We enjoy seeing the families each year, excited to come and cut down their own Chri

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