Scotch pine trees may be easily harvested by permit from your surrounding woods.
Or, white fir may be the pick of your local tree lot.
You just need to know what you’re looking for.
The Spruce
Fraser Fir (Abies fraseri)
TheFraser firis considered the perfect holiday tree by many.
Today, many families enjoy the scent of the Grand fir in their homes throughout their holidays.
Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea)
Thebalsam firis another top pick.
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The balsam fir bears flat needles and branches, which makes it a common inclusion in wreaths andholiday garlands.
Its inch-long needles curve upward on the branch, giving the tree a distinct cone shape.
White fir trees are pleasantly scented, emitting a lemon smell when their branches or needles are crushed.
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The branches of the Eastern white pine are not as sturdy as those of its other Christmas tree counterparts.
It is also often the varietal chosen for display at the Rockefeller Center in New York City.
Once cut, the Norway spruce should be watered consistentlyat least dailyin order to keep it fresh.
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Definitely wear gloves when cutting down and decorating yourScotch pinetreeits needles are as sharp as pins.
Leyland Cypress (Cupressus leylandii)
Leyland cypressis a very popular choice for the southeastern U.S.
These features make it a good choice for people with allergies.
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Few needles are dropped until long after the holiday season.
The stiff branches and needles hold your ornaments secure.
Despite its name, this tree is actually a juniper.
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The eastern red cedar features fragrant reddish-brown heartwood and small blueish cones.
This tree comes in different shades of green including gray-green and blue-green.
Small yellow-green flowers can be found at the tips of the branches.
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The Arizona cyprus makes for a good Christmas tree due to its heavy and durable wood.
With age, the bark takes on a red scaly texture before turning grayish-brown and shaggy.
This tree features short and twisted needles and bundles of leaves.
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The Virginia pine’s strong and thick branches do well at supporting ornaments.
Its coloring varies, from light green to dark green with blue undertones.
It features dense foliage making it suitable for ornaments of various weights and sizes.
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This spruce also features aromatic deep green to blue-green needles.
This gets rid of any dried resin and assures proper water absorption.
The most popular Christmas tree is the Fraser fir.
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The best smelling Christmas tree is the Balsam fir, known for its strong fragrance.
The Grand fir rivals the Balsam fir but is a rarer tree.
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