Christmas tree buyers face reduced supplies, higher prices
3 years ago

Christmas tree buyers face reduced supplies, higher prices

Associated Press  

ALAMEDA, Calif. — Even Christmas trees aren’t immune to the pandemic-induced shortages and inflation plaguing the economy. “It’s a double whammy — weather and supply chain problems are really hampering the industry,” said Jami Warner, executive director of the American Christmas Tree Association, an industry trade group. If you see something you like, buy it.” At Crystal River Christmas Trees, owner Dale Pine and his nephew Stacy Valenzuela struggled to get enough trees to sell at their tree lot in Alameda. “Definitely noticing everything’s a bit more expensive this year already.” Teri Schaffert heard about the shortage of real trees this year, so she decided to buy an artificial tree for the first time. “I came in early because I heard in the news that there’s not going to be enough fresh Christmas trees,” said Schaffert, who lives in nearby San Mateo.

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Sustainability, cost of living drive demand for real Christmas trees
1 week, 4 days ago

Sustainability, cost of living drive demand for real Christmas trees

ABC  

For seven-year-old Teddy, picking out his family's Christmas tree is one of the most exciting parts of preparation for the big day. "Christmas finally starts when you bring your real Christmas tree into the house, and then it smells like Christmas," she said. He said he had noticed rising interest in real Christmas trees both locally and nationally over the …

7 Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Shop Now
2 weeks, 3 days ago

7 Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Shop Now

Huff Post  

Amazon/Getty Images Pre-lit Christmas trees with LED lights over traditional string lights can be a more energy-saving option. “Artificial Christmas trees are commonly made from PVC or polyethylene plastics and imported from China or South Korea,” explained Emily Fletcher, a sustainability expert and founder of the Australian Clean + Conscious Awards. “Both of these plastics are derived from petrochemicals and …

This Artificial Christmas Tree Rivals The Real Thing — And It’s Under $100 In Amazon's Cyber Monday Sale
3 weeks ago

This Artificial Christmas Tree Rivals The Real Thing — And It’s Under $100 In Amazon's Cyber Monday Sale

Huff Post  

″Great tree and easy to assemble! The pinecones and berries are a perfect addition to the tree.” — Amazon Customer “Probably the best artificial tree we’ve ever purchased. So far - great product, great value, very well made.” — J.Stern “The instructions said it would take two hours, two people, and a ladder to put the tree together. It looks …

7 Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Shop Now
1 month ago

7 Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Shop Now

Huff Post  

Amazon/Getty Images Pre-lit Christmas trees with LED lights over traditional string lights can be a more energy-saving option. “Artificial Christmas trees are commonly made from PVC or polyethylene plastics and imported from China or South Korea,” explained Emily Fletcher, a sustainability expert and founder of the Australian Clean + Conscious Awards. “Both of these plastics are derived from petrochemicals and …

This Artificial Christmas Tree Rivals The Real Thing — And It’s Under $100 In Amazon's Early Black Friday Sale
1 month ago

This Artificial Christmas Tree Rivals The Real Thing — And It’s Under $100 In Amazon's Early Black Friday Sale

Huff Post  

″Great tree and easy to assemble! The pinecones and berries are a perfect addition to the tree.” — Amazon Customer “Probably the best artificial tree we’ve ever purchased. So far - great product, great value, very well made.” — J.Stern “The instructions said it would take two hours, two people, and a ladder to put the tree together. It looks …

This Artificial Christmas Tree Rivals The Real Thing — And It’s Under $100 In Amazon's Early Black Friday Sale
1 month ago

This Artificial Christmas Tree Rivals The Real Thing — And It’s Under $100 In Amazon's Early Black Friday Sale

Huff Post  

″Great tree and easy to assemble! The pinecones and berries are a perfect addition to the tree.” — Amazon Customer “Probably the best artificial tree we’ve ever purchased. So far - great product, great value, very well made.” — J.Stern “The instructions said it would take two hours, two people, and a ladder to put the tree together. It looks …

How drought is ruining Christmas in the Northeast
1 month, 1 week ago

How drought is ruining Christmas in the Northeast

CNN  

CNN — Christmas tree farmers across the Northeast are looking decidedly less merry as they struggle to keep their trees alive amid a weeks-long drought that has left vegetation brown, shriveled and crisp. It’s the young trees at Christmas tree farms that are getting hit hardest, threatening to impact many farms’ tree sales in the future, since it takes about …

7 Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Shop Now
1 month, 2 weeks ago

7 Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Shop Now

Huff Post  

Amazon/Getty Images Pre-lit Christmas trees with LED lights over traditional string lights can be a more energy-saving option. “Artificial Christmas trees are commonly made from PVC or polyethylene plastics and imported from China or South Korea,” explained Emily Fletcher, a sustainability expert and founder of the Australian Clean + Conscious Awards. “Both of these plastics are derived from petrochemicals and …

The best artificial Christmas trees for 2024, tried and tested
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The best artificial Christmas trees for 2024, tried and tested

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While there is much to be said for real trees – such as …

As climate warms, that perfect Christmas tree may depend on growers’ ability to adapt
1 year ago

As climate warms, that perfect Christmas tree may depend on growers’ ability to adapt

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Christmas tree breeder Jim Rockis knows what it looks like when one dies long before it can reach a buyer. Gary Chastagner, a Washington State University professor called "Dr. Christmas Tree" demonstrates a needle-loss test on a Turkish fir sample at the school's Puyallup Research and Extension Center on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, in Puyallup, Wash. Chastagner has …

Americans can cut down their own Christmas tree for just $5. Here’s how
1 year ago

Americans can cut down their own Christmas tree for just $5. Here’s how

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The US Forest Service is selling permits to …

The overlooked benefits of real Christmas trees
2 years ago

The overlooked benefits of real Christmas trees

BBC  

The overlooked benefits of real Christmas trees In Pictures/Getty Images Christmas trees don't use huge amounts of land, but can still open up useful discussions about how we choose to use our land The environmental pros and cons of Christmas trees go far beyond the climate impact of "real or plastic", scientists say. Ben Hasty/Getty Images Christmas trees are grown …

How to pick the perfect Christmas tree
2 years, 1 month ago

How to pick the perfect Christmas tree

LA Times  

Does Southern California have seasons? If you don’t have a tree stand already, you’ll want to buy one of those as well, either at the lot with your tree or ahead of time. Christmas tree lots like Mr. Jingle’s usually have nicer trees at a higher price point. Some Christmas tree lots are cash-only — if you don’t normally carry …

How to have an eco-friendly Christmas
3 years ago

How to have an eco-friendly Christmas

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. You don’t have to muster up your best Scrooge impression to have a more sustainable Christmas, follow our top …

Christmas trees under threat from supply chain issues
3 years ago

Christmas trees under threat from supply chain issues

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The American Christmas Tree Association, which represents artificial-tree …

Global Christmas tree shortage could hit UK amid supply chain problems
3 years, 1 month ago

Global Christmas tree shortage could hit UK amid supply chain problems

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Britain may be set to face a Christmas tree shortage …

Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Order Now
3 years, 1 month ago

Eco-Friendly Artificial Christmas Trees To Order Now

Huff Post  

Lowes, Getty Images "Depending on what the artificial Christmas tree is made and sourced from, it has the potential to be one of the most sustainable products," Pela CEO Matt Bertulli told HuffPost Everything down to the type of artificial Christmas tree we choose has a resounding impact on how hospitable the world of tomorrow will be, which makes “eco-fying” …

Getting A Real Christmas Tree This Year? Here's What You Should Know.
3 years, 1 month ago

Getting A Real Christmas Tree This Year? Here's What You Should Know.

Huff Post  

Thomas Barwick via Getty Images In recent years, many tree lots have sold out more quickly. “We’ve never run out of Christmas trees in the U.S.,” said Tim O’Connor, executive director of the National Christmas Tree Association. “When we hear about Christmas tree shortages, it’s less about not having enough trees, but more that your tree may not be from …

Artificial Christmas Trees: Here's What You Should Know This Year
3 years, 2 months ago

Artificial Christmas Trees: Here's What You Should Know This Year

Huff Post  

JOHANNES EISELE via Getty Images Christmas trees in a display room of an artificial Christmas tree factory in the Chinese manufacturing hub of Yiwu -- known as "Santa's real workshop" -- in 2016. “The Christmas tree industry is facing the same challenges as are most of the Christmas-related products ― mainly supply chain issues,” Jami Warner, executive director of the …

Holiday bummer: Now prices are soaring for Christmas trees and decorations
3 years, 3 months ago

Holiday bummer: Now prices are soaring for Christmas trees and decorations

CNN  

New York CNN — It’s a good thing that consumers are in a mood to spend heading into the holiday season. National Tree Company said its artifical Christmas Tree inventory for the upcoming holiday season is 10% below last year's level because of supply chain problems. “We didn’t have any products to sell” The industry group American Christmas Tree Association …

Why I won’t be killing a tree for Christmas this year
4 years ago

Why I won’t be killing a tree for Christmas this year

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. This year I’ve realised I’ve cried …

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