A clear anti-transpirant coating is what slows the moisture loss that dries out a cut tree or wreath, and that's what Wilt-Pruf Plant Protector, 1 Quart Concentrate does: a natural pine oil emulsion, diluted with water and sprayed on, that's also used to protect tender transplants and other plants from winter wind.
How Does Wilt-Pruf Actually Extend a Tree's Life?
Wilt-Pruf forms a clear coating that reduces moisture loss through the foliage, which is what keeps a cut Christmas tree or wreath from drying out and dropping needles early. The same coating protects tender transplants while their roots are developing, and shields plants generally against the cold drying winds of winter and the hot drying winds of summer.
Why Does One Application Last for Months?
The coating wears off in layers rather than all at once. The outer layer gradually breaks down from sun, wind, and rain and powders away, exposing a fresh layer underneath, and that process repeats until all the layers are gone, which takes three to four months, sometimes longer depending on climate.
How Is the Concentrate Diluted for Different Uses?
The dilution ratio changes depending on the job: 1 part concentrate to 10 parts water for summer protection, 1 part concentrate to 5 parts water for winter protection, and 1 part concentrate to 10 parts water for bulb storage, dipped or sprayed to run-off and dried in daylight.
Who This Is For
- Anyone buying a real Christmas tree or wreath and wanting it to hold up past a week or two
- Someone doing fall or winter transplanting who needs to protect new plants
- A household with garden beds or potted plants exposed to winter winds
- Someone who'd rather treat a tree once than replace a dried-out one partway through the season
Quick Questions About Wilt-Pruf
What safety information does Wilt-Pruf provide?
It's described as non-hazardous, organic, and biodegradable, and non-toxic to eyes and skin.
How long can the concentrate be stored before use?
It has an indefinite shelf life and isn't damaged by freezing during storage.
What dilution ratio is used for winter protection?
1 part concentrate to 5 parts water, a stronger mix than the 1-to-10 ratio used for summer protection.
Protect What's Already Cut and Growing
A tree or wreath that dries out early, or a transplant that doesn't make it through the cold, isn't a great way to end the season. Wilt-Pruf Plant Protector, 1 Quart Concentrate is one bottle that covers both.
