Buying the Perfect Christmas Tree

Christmas is a great holiday for family and friends to spend together, but it can also be a time of stress and worry for those who are scrambling around trying to get everything done in time for the season. Reduce the stress of Christmas tree shopping by deciding in advance exactly what you want.

Real or Fake Christmas Tree?

One of the first, most important decisions to make is whether to buy a real or fake Christmas tree. There are benefits for either choice, so it really just depends on your family’s personal preferences. For those who put cost high on the list of considerations, you may want to opt for a good fake one. Spending the little bit of extra money one year on a really good fake tree will save you all of that money, time and stress for each consecutive year to follow.

If money or time really isn’t an issue for you, than a real tree is a great choice. The novelty and authenticity of having a real tree can really brighten up the holidays. The fresh smell alone is one of the many draws to having a real Christmas tree in the home.

Buying a Fake Christmas Tree

With advances in products every year, there are a wide range of types of fake Christmas trees for you to choose from. Picking out the right one for your family will ensure a smooth holiday decorating process for years to come. As with buying any tree, real or fake, size is one of the first considerations. Do you need a relatively small tree to fit well in a crowded area. Maybe you are you planning on going all out with a large and full fake tree; something that will fill the space and boast a Christmas spirit for the season.

Fake trees can come in many different colours and materials as well. Many will choose a traditional green tree, something simple and classic that will be a timeless edition to their Christmas decorating each year. For others, a tree of a different colour could be more preferable. They can come in white, pink and even black, to name a few; anything that will compliment with the holiday look you may be going for.

Fake trees can be a little more expensive than real ones, but they will obviously last so much longer. For a decent, basic green tree, you could be looking at a cost of anywhere between $50 to $500, depending on where you look and the exact size you want. When shopping though, don’t think about it as an expensive piece of holiday decorations; think of it as a Christmas investment that will last you many years.

Buying a Real Christmas Tree

Real Christmas trees, while more authentic and pleasant, can be a lot more work each year. Instead of simply pulling out your box and unpacking the tree, you’ll have to hunt for the perfect one every time. With real trees though, you do have a little more variety, and you aren’t stuck with the same tree every year. You are able to change up the type, size and even species of tree from year to year.

When choosing each Christmas, you’ll need to ask yourself what type and size you’ll want. You’ll also need to know if you will want a potted tree or just a regular one. With a potted tree, you’re more likely to end up with a smaller one. If taken proper care of though you will be able to plant it after Christmas. It’s a great option for those eco-friendly shoppers who just don’t want a fake tree.

When buying a real tree you will need to also buy a tree stand and a skirt for the tree. This will keep your tree sturdy for the holiday season and keep as much of the mess off the floors as possible. For a real tree, you will be looking at a cost of anywhere between $25 to $100, depending on size and type.

This Christmas don’t let the burden of buying a tree dampen your holiday spirit. Take the time to research and buy the one you want, real or fake, and you’ll be sitting down in front of this well decorated token of the holidays in no time.