Why you should shop local for Christmas trees
Are you looking for Christmas trees that won’t leave you feeling ‘needled’? Then look no further than your local Christmas tree grower! Supporting local businesses is a …
The Tree
Christmas wouldn’t be special if there wasn’t a Christmas tree in every home.
For those who love real Christmas trees, it will be an evergreen tree, such as a fir or a pine, that is decorated with lights and other festive decorations.
But many people also prefer artificial Christmas trees, and they range in styles from being realistic to artistic creations that include different colours, materials or even look like a stylish tree branch.
We put up Christmas trees to decorate our homes and to add a festive atmosphere during the festivities. The tradition is thought to originate from Germany, where the first recorded use of a Christmas tree was in the 16th century.
Today, Christmas trees are decorated with lights, tinsel and other festive decorations.
These decorations, and the trees, can be bought from many places, including supermarkets, garden centres, Christmas tree farms and online.
The Christmas.co.uk team regularly updates these pages with tips and advice on which Christmas tree to buy, how to care for a tree – and what to do with them after Christmas.
Explore this section:
How to tell the difference between a good and bad Christmas tree
Shopping for the perfect Christmas tree can be a daunting task. After all, you don’t want to lug home a bad one only to have it look sparse and wilted within days. To ensure you bring …
How much are Christmas trees?
What with the cost-of-living crisis and a world of rising prices, how much are Christmas trees this year? We contacted several Christmas tree growers and suppliers about what prices for …
When is it too soon to buy a Christmas tree?
It’s never too early to start thinking about the festivities – especially for the elves at Christmas.co.uk! – and that includes thinking of when to buy a Christmas tree. But …
How do I measure a Christmas tree?
Christmas trees come in all shapes and sizes which is why it is important to measure the tree you want to buy. But before heading out, you should carefully measure the distance from the …
Is renting a real Christmas tree cheaper than buying one?
Looking to reduce the amount of waste you produce during Christmas this year? Why not try renting a real Christmas tree? An increasing number of people are looking for sustainable options …
Christmas decoration tips – why planning is crucial
Are you getting ready to deck the halls for the festivities? If so, it’s important to remember that planning ahead is essential for making sure your decorations look perfect and this …
John Lewis Treetorial – Night Out Theme reviewed
John Lewis run a number of in-store events in the run up to Christmas, from wreath making to creating your own Christmas jumper – and a ‘treetorial’. The experiences are …
The history of Christmas trees
As part of the Christmas celebrations, most homes across the UK will have a real or artificial tree in their home. But where does this tradition come from – here we explain the history …
Tips for buying reusable, sustainable and eco-friendly Christmas trees
It’s that time of year again when many of us will be thinking of the festivities and which type of Christmas tree we should use: but what about choosing an sustainable, reusable and …