Christmas Trees

O Christmas tree, O Christmas tree... but with so many different kinds to choose from, who even knows where to start?  Let us help you figure out if spruce,  pine,  fir,  or fake  works best for you and what kind of Christmas tree accessories  are essential for the evergreen  you choose.   

Real Trees

For those nature lovers who appreciate a full, live Christmas  tree in the home, try to get yours fresh from the tree farm  or forest so that it will maintain its moisture, shape, and scent for a longer period of time.  Bundle up,  get out your saw,  and cut it down yourself... or just have someone do it for you.  Once it is home, make an effort to set the tree away from fireplaces  or heating vents  and be diligent in watering the tree; you do not want it to dry out and cause a fire.    

Types of Christmas trees  out there:

• Balsam Fir,  Concolor Fir,  Douglas Fir,  Fraser Fir,  Noble Fir,  Nordman Fir,  White Fir 
• Blue Spruce,  Norway Spruce,  White Spruce 
• Scotch Pine,  Virginia Pine 
• Leyland Cyprus 
• Redwood Cedar 

Artificial Trees

Artificial Christmas trees  serve as a wonderful alternative to the real thing.  Those with allergies may appreciate a faux tree, as well as those who seek the convenience of a nice, neat set-up with minimal fire hazards to worry about.  Some artificial trees  come in all-metal ; some come with a spinning trunk ; some others have a solid wood tree trunk.    With the perfect Christmas tree at hand, simply assemble the "hook-in branches"  every year and you are all set.   

Realistic	Tinsel	Fibre Optic	Upside-Down Tree	Prelit Tree

Tree Necessities for Everyone

Keep your home safe during the holidays with the proper essentials underneath.   You may also want to invest in a decorative tree skirt  to accent the tree as well as collect all of those falling pine needles.   Have fun decorating and be sure to pick up a Christmas tree storage bag  or container  to preserve that artificial tree  for next year! 

Tree Skirt	Tree Stand	Tree Mat	Ornaments and Lights	Christmas Tree Storage

Related Guides

While thinking about your Christmas tree, please keep these other important holiday season  necessities in mind! 

Christmas Tree Ornaments and Lights	Indoor Christmas Decorations	Holiday Safety	Christmas Gifts	Christmas Traditions Around the World

External Links

• About.com: Christmas tree safety.
• ChristmasArchives.com: A history of the Christmas tree.
• ChristmasTreeCare.com: How to buy, care for, and dispose of Christmas trees. 
• MarthaStewart.com: Christmas tree decorating ideas and crafts.