This article on The Denver Post's Your Hub, tells readers the best kind of trees to bring home for the holidays this year. There’s no better way to mark the beginning of the holiday season than by welcoming a real Christmas tree into your home. From visiting the tree farm, to decorating it with memorable ornaments, to opening up presents — Christmas trees remain at the heart of many family traditions. Pick the perfect tree for your family by first evaluating species type, fragrance and needle retention. Test trees for freshness by running your fingers along the needles, grabbing the branches and bouncing the tree a little. Only a few needles will fall off of a fresh tree. Otherwise, it’s a sure sign that the tree was cut long ago and has not been watered enough. Every tree variety is unique. Learn the key personality traits of the four most popular trees: Douglas Fir While not a true fir, these trees can be found on nearly every tree farm for the holidays. Featuring dark green or blue-green colored needles that are soft to the touch and a sweet scent, Douglas firs hold strong as a family favorite. Colorado Blue Spruce Spruces have a beautiful silvery-blue color and an incredibly symmetrical shape. From a full bottom to a slender top, the Colorado blue spruce adds a stately touch to any room. It’s also one of the best trees for needle retention, making a great visual impact throughout the entire holiday season. Scotch and Eastern White Pine You won’t have to worry about losing needles with any pine variety. Though, their flexible branches may struggle to hold heavy ornaments. Pines are the most popular choice for Christmas trees. The main difference between the scotch and white pine is their fragrance. Scotch trees have a long-lasting aroma while the Eastern white trees have almost no fragrance, making it a favorite for those who have sensitive noses. Firs, including Balsam and Fraser These trees are more expensive than pines because they grow slower, however the extra expense is worth it. Firs have stiff branches that hold heavy decorations, their needles won’t shed and the scent makes the whole house smell like Christmas. Balsam firs are perfect for tree toppers while Fraser firs are more compact. Once you’ve picked your tree, remember to water it regularly. Frequent watering prevents needles from drying and dropping off and helps maintain fragrance. Check the water level daily since trees may drink up to several quarts a day. And when the holidays are finally over, don’t forget to recycle your tree. Check with your municipality or the local recycling center about tree-cycling and be sure to remove all non-organic décor like lights and ornaments.
Dennis Sanchez
7/29/2019 11:53:49 am
I like that you mentioned that the Douglas Fir tree is a good Christmas tree because the needles are soft and the tree has a sweet scent. My wife and I want to find the perfect Christmas tree for our kids this year. We will have to look in local tree lots and find a Douglas Fir tree.
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6/1/2020 03:46:04 am
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