Picking out the perfect tree can be as stressful as finding the perfect present for the person who has everything. The pressure is on because you have to look at your tree every day for the entirety of the holiday season and if you pick a tree you don’t love, it’s going to bug you until the day you take the tree to the curb. Not only do you have to decide on the right height, but you also need to pick the right tree type, and know if you have the resources to get your tree home!
Here are our 5 TIPS FOR PICKING OUT THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS TREE because Christmas tree shopping should not be stressful!
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KNOW YOUR TREE TYPES
Know your tree types and which will work best for your family before you hit the tree farm. Most regions only stock 2-3 varieties of trees, so going in you probably have an idea of what trees you’ll have to choose from. If you are not sure, call them before you stop in so you can do a little research beforehand. Keep in mind that all trees are not created equal and some trees cost more money than others. If cost is an issue than that may make the type of tree you buy decision easy for you.
Douglas Fir: Probably the most popular Christmas tree on the West Coast, it is lightweight, yet full, so it’s a great pick for many.
Noble Fir: Hailing from the Pacific Northwest, this tree has silvery-green needles and branches that stick straight out from the trunk. It has a symmetrical shape and strong limbs that hold ornaments really well. On the downside, they can be sparse compared to other tree varieties.
Balsam Fir: This tree is known for its Christmasy smell. It sheds very little and has dark green needles that slope upward.
Fraser Fir: This tree has silvery stripes on the underside of each needle. Found in the South, they have sturdy, upturned branches that are great for ornaments and they don’t shed as much as other varieties.
Scotch Pine: Scotch pines are grown in the Eastern states and have long, flexible needles making them look fluffy.
GET THERE EARLY
Do you know that saying “the early bird gets the worm”? It’s true. The earlier you get your tree, the fresher it’ll be and you’ll get the pick of the crop. No one wants to pick the dying trees that no one else wanted as the holidays get closer and you are in a rush.
KNOW WHAT SIZE YOU NEED
Trees look smaller on the lot than they actually are, and definitely different that they are going to look at your house. Measure your space before you leave the house. This includes height and width. You need to make sure you can fit the tree through your doorway, and that when you open the tree up it’ll fit in the space you have designated.
OPEN IT UP
Many trees are tied up on the lot so that the branches don’t get bent and broken and so that the trees are easier to take home for the consumer. The only problem with this is that you can’t see what the tree looks like opened up. If you don’t open up the tree you won’t know until you get home whether or not your tree has a big hole in the branches or if it’s sparse or too full. So, be sure to have it opened up before you take it home!
KEEP YOUR TREE HYDRATED
Once you get your tree home and in the stand, the most important thing to remember is to keep it hydrated. Keep the water above the bottom of the trunk. If the waterfalls below the cut of the trunk the tree forms a seal that disallows water to absorb any more. You do not want that because at that point your tree will start getting dehydrated and shedding prematurely.
What’s your best tip for picking the perfect Christmas tree?
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