How to choose the perfect Christmas tree

Whether you want an artifical Christmas tree or the real thing, check out our essential guide

Spruce, fir or pine?

Your choice of Christmas tree will probably be between a spruce, fir or pine tree. The main difference is the needles. A fir or pine will only shed a small amount of needles when they dry out, whereas a spruce will lose almost all its needles.

This doesn't necessarily have to be a problem though - if you keep your tree well-watered throughout the season, it will drop minimum needles.

You might like to buy a tree that still has its roots so that you can plant it in the garden after Christmas. Bear in mind that these don't always survive though, so don't make roots the number one priority. 

Need more inspiration? Browse our favourite Christmas trees and learn how to make your own Christmas decorations.

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Keep your tree well-watered throughout the season, it will drop less needles