Large fresh Christmas trees should be of excellent quality, and good farmers will make sure that such trees are uniform in shape so that they look particularly attractive when decorated and/or lit up. The UK’s most popular real Christmas trees, the Nordmann fir and the Norway spruce, are both readily available in larger sizes, as is the Noble Fir. Such trees look beautiful both inside and out, and many retailers offer a professional installation service, saving buyers the hard work.

Many large fresh Christmas trees also come professionally pre-lit and/or pre-decorated, for those that want the extra ‘wow’ factor but none of the hard work. And lot of Christmas tree suppliers provide a recycling service where used trees are collected, chipped and reused, either as garden mulch or boiler fuel. If buying a real large Christmas tree, use a provider who is a member of the BCTGA (British Christmas Tree Growers Association) to ensure quality and freshness.

Artificial large Christmas trees are available in many styles, and these range in height from 10 feet to around 40 feet. There are indoor and outdoor versions available, and these are usually made to order. Such trees are available plain or pre-lit with LED lights and/or decorated for that professional look. Obviously, with a large Christmas tree, safety is paramount and so it is imperative that such trees are secured properly, whether indoors or outdoors. Outside, trees are usually held in place with surface bolts and wire extensions that secure the tree to a surface, or an additional base frame may be used with sandbags or cement blocks. The artificial large Christmas tree may be dismantled after use and stored in wooden cartons for future use.

There is a relatively new large artificial cone tree on the market, and this has colour-coded screw-on connections for ease of assembly. When disassembled, the pieces of the frame store neatly inside one another, reducing the amount of storage space needed. As well as being very convenient, these cone trees are very attractive and lights and Christmas tree decorations may be added to the frame for extra effect.

Where people buy their tree depends on various factors such as whether an artificial or real Christmas tree is required, but many families are increasingly ordering online. There are many advantages of ordering your Christmas tree over the internet, from scope of choice to being able to compare prices and offers – it also a very convenient way of ordering a tree for the busy family of today, who would rather relax in the comfort of their own home than brave the Xmas crowds!

There are many different kinds of online Christmas tree shop, from the superstores that sell both real and artificial trees to the specialist retailer that sells one or the other. Some larger online stores offer additional services such as Christmas tree delivery and recycling after use, with many even offering installation and decoration services for a modest fee. Fresh Christmas tree retailers generally operate online in the two months running up to Christmas, whilst those selling artificial Christmas trees are open all year round. If you do buy a real tree online, buy as late as possible to ensure freshness.

Whatever tree you choose online, make sure that any Christmas tree shop you buy from is reputable. If you buy a real Christmas tree, only use retailers that are members of the BCTGA (British Christmas Tree Growers Association) – this is an assurance of freshness and quality. In the case of other retailers, look for well-established stores that offer excellent customer service along with a no-quibble refund or exchange, should you not be happy with your tree or any other goods bought.

Online Christmas tree shops are big business due to their convenience, choice and value, and as a result online Christmas tree sales are increasing every year.