Choosing the best Christmas trees
With so many options and a limited amount of time before those jingle bells start ringing, it's no wonder finding that perfect Christmas tree for your holiday setting as become more of a chore than a joy. So we've compiled some things to consider when shopping for your next tree and some helpful hints to get you through the selection process.
If you're looking at purchasing a real or live Christmas tree, before you go out on the hunt, make sure you have space for a live tree. Take measurements of your doorway as well, as unlike an artificial tree, real trees cannot be dissembled to fit through small spaces such as doorways or windows. After you decide a real tree is right for you, examine the tree from close up and a far to see how it looks. From a distance, make sure it has a shapely silhouette with unbroken branches and from close up, the tree should be clean, free of insects and have a vibrant & lush hue.
If you're thinking about purchasing an artificial Christmas tree, you might consider spending a bit more, as you'll most likely be keeping the tree for several years. Look for realistic foliage in shades of green and a high concentration of branch tips, which creates a fuller and more realistic look. If you can see the center pole of the tree, it may be of lesser quality due to the lack of branch density. Look for hinged branches so help keep assembly and set up a painless process
And finally, regardless if you go with a real or artificial Christmas tree, make sure you choose a tree with that will hold up well to heavy decorations and ornaments. It should not lean, but rather stand strong in its base. Follow these helpful guidelines, and this year, let the tree shopping be an enjoyable experience.
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