ISSUE 2: Artificial Christmas Trees Make the Holiday’s Easier

Enjoy artificial trees this holiday season without the hassle!

Photo Ariana Smith

An artificial Christmas tree decorated in frosty blue and white decorations.

Ariana Smith, Staff Writer

Christmas decorations are on most people’s minds as the holidays approach, especially the centerpiece of every home where Christmas lovers gather, the tree. It’s crucial to select the ideal tree for your home and personal taste when looking for the perfect tree. Artificial Christmas trees take the strain out of holiday decorations with their easy setup, cheerful colors and durable use.

Real Christmas trees are wonderful, but they also require a lot of upkeep. Choose a tree that will last the test of time rather than standing in line for an expensive tree that needs daily watering and brushing before wilting and turning brown. You’ll undoubtedly appreciate how minimal maintenance your fake tree is given the stress of planning the holidays and buying presents for your loved ones. An artificial tree spares you the time-consuming upkeep of your signature holiday decoration, but natural Christmas trees require you to clear up pine needles every day. And after the holidays, you won’t have to carry it to the end of the driveway or a nearby recycling program.

Make sure your décor represents your individual taste and aesthetic when looking for the appropriate Christmas tree. Mother Nature may not always provide the precise tree of your dreams, but getting an artificial tree allows you to personalize it to your preferences. With artificial trees, you can enjoy the splendor of a tree without sacrificing the natural beauty of one.

They come in a variety of sizes and heights, with each one being made with realistic-looking stems that can be adjusted for a lifelike effect and twisting pine needles that branch out in all directions to give you countless decorative and design options. With an artificial tree, you literally never run out of possibilities, whether you choose a sparsely branched tree or one that is simple and reminiscent of the Charlie Brown Christmas special. Additionally, you may purchase them already lit, decorated with pine cones, or covered with fake snow.

Numerous households have at least one or more curious four-legged friends who view the Christmas tree as their own personal toy or a tasty snack. Make this holiday season safer for your pets by using an artificial Christmas tree.

According to iandloveandyou “…needles can cause gastrointestinal irritation if your pet eats them, and they can also cause a blockage or puncture in your dog or cat’s intestinal lining,” the article continues to say that real Christmas trees “…are treated with preservatives, fertilizers, pesticides and even aspirin, which gets into the tree water around the trunk and can harm your furry friend if they try to drink it.”

Our beloved pets can react negatively to real trees, but by using a lifelike artificial tree, you can stop stressing. Get some peace of mind and start some new, re-imagined family traditions; enjoy the holiday without worry!

Real Christmas trees have a beautiful, woodsy scent that fills the house during the holiday season, which is why many people prefer them. However, there are various ways to make your tree smell natural, including diffusers, aroma machines, lighting candles, burning incense, adding scented pinecones, etc., for individuals who enjoy the convenience of artificial Christmas trees but yearn for the scent of real spruce, fir or pine trees. With natural elements complemented by store-bought scents, your artificial Christmas tree will smell just like the real thing without all the hassle.

When it rains, it pours, and with the upcoming expensive holidays, you’ll want to save every single dollar. Due to their cost-saving and long-term affordability, artificial Christmas trees are the finest alternative for the holiday season. Instead of paying between $50 and $60 a year for a tree you’ll eventually recycle once Jan. 6 arrives, make one investment that will last you for years. Use your brand-new artificial Christmas tree to make memories for years to come.