{"id":15779,"date":"2019-11-04T23:29:28","date_gmt":"2019-11-05T02:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=15779"},"modified":"2025-12-02T10:49:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T13:49:27","slug":"plant-live-christmas-tree","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/","title":{"rendered":"This Holiday, Replant a Live Christmas Tree"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>    <p>You don&#8217;t have to toss your Christmas tree after the holidays. Live trees in containers or balled-and-burlapped can be replanted in your yard, giving you years of enjoyment while helping the environment.<\/p>    <p>You&#8217;ll need to dig the planting hole while the ground is still workable and keep your tree healthy when indoors. The replanting process, whether you do it yourself or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/tree-care\">hire a tree care specialist<\/a>, involves careful handling, proper planting depth, and thorough watering to help your tree establish strong roots.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-d85f190b-110d-4f57-9ab1-c197172b5115\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#0-the-key-to-replanting-live-christmas-trees\" style=\"\">The Key to Replanting Live Christmas Trees<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#1-pre-holiday-prep-dig-a-hole-before-the-ground-freezes\" style=\"\">Pre-Holiday Prep: Dig a Hole Before the Ground Freezes<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#2-choose-the-right-live-christmas-tree\" style=\"\">Choose the Right Live Christmas Tree<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#5-take-proper-care-of-it-indoors\" style=\"\">Take Proper Care of it Indoors<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#6-transition-the-tree-post-holiday\" style=\"\">Transition the Tree Post-Holiday<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#7-step-by-step-planting-process\" style=\"\">Step-By-Step Planting Process<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#12-5-tie-and-stake-optional\" style=\"\">5. Tie and Stake (Optional)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#13-post-planting-care\" style=\"\">Post-Planting Care<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/plant-live-christmas-tree\/#14-faqs-about-replanting-a-live-christmas-tree\" style=\"\">FAQs About Replanting a Live Christmas Tree<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-the-key-to-replanting-live-christmas-trees\">The Key to Replanting Live Christmas Trees<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Small, decorated juniper Christmas tree in a festive pot.\" class=\"wp-image-143318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree-656x436.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/live-tree-928x617.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Small live Juniper Christmas tree. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/small-christmas-tree-juniper-in-a-pot-decorated-with-tiny-golden-balls-dehydrated-slices-of-citrus-and-light-garland\/250101543?prev_url=detail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sorocka<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>You can plant a live Christmas tree outside just after the holidays, even in frigid winter temperatures, given a couple of key things. Live Christmas trees have already gone dormant for the season when you buy them. For it to survive when planted outside, it must stay dormant indoors.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-pre-holiday-prep-dig-a-hole-before-the-ground-freezes\">Pre-Holiday Prep: Dig a Hole Before the Ground Freezes<\/h2>    <p>Where you live will dictate whether you need to dig a hole before Christmas or wait until it\u2019s planting time.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If you live in a cold climate where winter brings freezing temperatures, this step must happen before the ground freezes. In Northern regions, this could be mid-November or early December at the latest.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Dig a hole the same depth as and twice as wide as the root ball. You\u2019ll need to estimate based on the size you plan to purchase. For a 5-6 foot tree, plan for a hole about 2 feet in diameter and 18 inches deep.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><em>Pro Tip: <\/em><\/strong><em>If you are experiencing freezing temperatures, cover the hole with plywood and store the excavated soil in the garage to keep it workable.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-choose-the-right-live-christmas-tree\">Choose the Right Live Christmas Tree<\/h2>    <p>Not all live Christmas trees are created equal when it comes to replanting success.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Unfortunately, you can\u2019t replant a cut Christmas tree \u2014 not even the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/how-to-select-right-christmas-tree\/\">perfectly selected tree<\/a> \u2014 because it doesn\u2019t have intact roots. However, you can replant balled-and-burlap and container-grown trees that still have roots.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Look for a hardy native species adapted to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-hardiness-zone-map-helps-yard\/\">hardiness zone<\/a> and growing conditions. They have the best chance of surviving.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Spruces<\/strong> generally handle transplanting well and tolerate indoor stress better than firs.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>White pines<\/strong> are also reliable.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Fraser firs<\/strong> grow between 4,500 and 6,684 feet, and typically do not do well at lower elevations.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/how-to-cut-own-christmas-tree\/\">How to Cut Your Own Christmas Tree (Step-by-Step)<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-balled-and-burlapped-trees\">Balled-and-Burlapped Trees<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A homeowner cuts the burlap off a rootball for a Christmas tree.\" class=\"wp-image-143319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-burlap-928x619.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Burlap around root ball for a live Christmas tree. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/gardener-removes-wire-mesh-and-burlap-around-root-ball-of-pine-tree-using-pruner-before-planting-into-soil\/1079334496\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">maryviolet<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Balled-and-burlapped (B&amp;B) trees are dug from the ground with their root balls intact, then wrapped in burlap and secured with twine or wire. Some roots are severed during harvesting.<\/p>    <p>Expect to pay $15 to $16 per foot for a 5- to 6-foot common variety such as white pine or Norway spruce. Prices for B&amp;B trees generally increase with size.<\/p>    <p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Larger trees available (up to 11 feet)<\/li>    <li>Most budget-friendly live tree option<\/li>    <li>Wide variety of species available<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Extremely heavy (250 to 450+ pounds)<\/li>    <li>7- to 10-day indoor display time<\/li>    <li>50% to 70% survival rate<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-container-grown-trees\">Container-Grown Trees<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Grocery-Store-Live-Norfolk-Pine-Credit_-Sarah-Bahr.jpg\" alt=\"Green potted Norfolk pines are in red buckets and being sold outside of a store.\" class=\"wp-image-143313\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Grocery-Store-Live-Norfolk-Pine-Credit_-Sarah-Bahr.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Grocery-Store-Live-Norfolk-Pine-Credit_-Sarah-Bahr-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Grocery-Store-Live-Norfolk-Pine-Credit_-Sarah-Bahr-656x492.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Grocery-Store-Live-Norfolk-Pine-Credit_-Sarah-Bahr-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Live Norfolk pines are sold in pots at a grocery store. Photo Credit: Sarah Bahr \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Container-grown trees spend their entire life in pots with fully intact root systems. They are smaller in size and target the \u201ctabletop\u201d Christmas tree market.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>These trees typically cost 20% to 40% more than B&amp;B trees but have distinct advantages.<\/p>    <p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>80% to 90% survival rate<\/li>    <li>Lightweight and easier to move<\/li>    <li>2-week indoor display time<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>More expensive<\/li>    <li>Smaller size (2 to 6 feet)<\/li>    <li>Likely to be root-bound<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-take-proper-care-of-it-indoors\">Take Proper Care of it Indoors<\/h2>    <p>The key to keeping your tree indoors is to keep it dormant so it can be planted outside right after the holiday.<\/p>    <p>Keep your live tree in the coolest part of your home, away from heating vents, fireplaces, and direct sunlight. Aim for a room temperature of 65 to 68 degrees F if possible.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Check the soil daily and keep it consistently moist but not waterlogged.&nbsp;<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><em>Pro Tip: <\/em><\/strong><em>Place ice cubes on top of the soil to water your tree. They\u2019ll provide slow, steady hydration while keeping the roots cool.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p>If it\u2019s too warm, says Angela French, nursery supervisor at Town and Country Gardens in Idaho Falls, \u201c(the tree) starts pushing new growth because it&#8217;s been in a warm location.\u201d Once dormancy breaks, the tree can\u2019t be planted outside until spring.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-transition-the-tree-post-holiday\">Transition the Tree Post-Holiday<\/h2>    <p>Never move your live tree directly from your warm home to its permanent spot in your yard. Move it to an unheated garage, covered porch, or shed for about 7 days.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>This transition protects the tree from temperature shock, similar to hardening off young seedlings in the spring.<\/p>    <p>Continue watering the tree while it transitions. Check soil moisture every day or two, and watch for a mild weather day to plant.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-step-by-step-planting-process\">Step-By-Step Planting Process<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"A gardener plants a live Christmas tree into a hole in lush, green grass.\" class=\"wp-image-143320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole-656x369.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/tree-hole-928x522.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dig a hole the same depth as and twice as wide as the root ball for your live Christmas tree. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/the-gardener-planting-a-small-pine-tree-in-the-yard-of-the-house-placing-the-root-ball-in-the-planting-pit\/820173635\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sabrewolf<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-1-prepare-the-root-system\">1. Prepare the Root System<\/h3>    <p><strong>For container trees<\/strong>, tap the sides and bottom of the pot to help loosen the root ball. Carefully turn the pot on its side and gently pull the tree out.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Loosen circling roots to prevent the tree from strangling itself. Cut an &#8216;X&#8217; across the bottom of the root ball with a sharp knife and make 3-4 shallow vertical slices down the sides. Gently spread the roots out as much as possible.<\/p>    <p><strong>For B&amp;B trees<\/strong>, leave them in their burlap until they are positioned in the planting hole.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-2-position-the-tree%C2%A0\">2. Position the Tree\u00a0<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong><em>Important: <\/em><\/strong><em>When planting, never lift or move the tree by grabbing hold of its trunk. Always handle it by the root ball.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p>Lower the tree carefully into your pre-dug hole. The root flare (where the trunk meets the roots) should sit 1 to 2 inches above ground level.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Rotate the tree so its best side faces your primary viewing angle.<\/p>    <p><strong>For B&amp;B trees<\/strong>, cut and remove all twine, rope, and as much of the burlap as possible. Remove any nails holding the burlap in place. If the tree has a wire basket, use wire cutters and peel as much away as you can.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-3-backfill-the-hole\">3. Backfill the Hole<\/h3>    <p>Fill the hole with the original soil, packing it firmly around the root ball to eliminate any air pockets.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-4-water-and-mulch\">4. Water and Mulch<\/h3>    <p>Create a soil berm 2 to 3 inches high in a circle around the tree\u2019s drip line. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-mulch-around-trees\/\">Mulch around the tree<\/a>, keeping it away from the trunk, and then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/how-much-how-often-how-best-water-trees\/\">water the tree<\/a> deeply.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-5-tie-and-stake-optional\">5. Tie and Stake (Optional)<\/h3>    <p>If the tree is in a windy location, stake and tie it to keep it from blowing around. When the tree rocks back and forth, it won&#8217;t be able to establish new roots.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-post-planting-care\">Post-Planting Care<\/h2>    <p>When the ground isn\u2019t frozen and temperatures are above 40 degrees F, give your tree 3 to 4 inches of water weekly.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Increase the watering frequency to twice weekly during the spring and summer.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Wait until the following spring to fertilize and then use a balanced formula for evergreen trees.<\/p>    <p>During the first year, prune only dead or damaged branches to minimize stress.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/tree-care\/signs-of-drought-stress-in-trees\/\">Signs of Drought Stress in Trees<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-faqs-about-replanting-a-live-christmas-tree\">FAQs About Replanting a Live Christmas Tree<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764136650880\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">My Tree is Dropping Needles After Planting \u2014 Is it Dying?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Some needle drop is normal as your tree adjusts. Plus, evergreens naturally shed older, interior needles.<br\/><br\/>According to Scott Western of Western\u2019s Tree Farm, pines typically hold their interior needles for only 2 years, \u201cso they have a lot of dead\u201d inside. Firs and spruce trees have much less needle drop, because they \u201chold upwards of 5 years&#8217; worth of needles.\u201d<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764136663766\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Transplant the Tree to a Larger Outdoor Container Instead of In-Ground Planting?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, but container trees require extra care and are more susceptible to winter stress. (The soil naturally insulates the root ball from extreme temperatures.)<br\/><br\/>Protect roots by insulating the container, partially burying the pot, or moving the tree to a sheltered location during extreme cold.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1764136672850\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will my Replanted Tree Grow Back Into a Symmetrical Christmas Tree Shape?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Probably not. As the tree grows, the carefully shaped nursery form will disappear and the tree will develop a natural, asymmetrical growth pattern. However, you can prune it lightly each spring to maintain some shape.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-turn-to-the-pros-for-planting-help\">Turn to the Pros for Planting Help<\/h2>    <p>Replanting a live Christmas tree takes careful planning, heavy lifting, and ongoing care. If the process feels overwhelming, tree care specialists have the expertise and equipment to handle everything from proper planting to long-term care.<\/p>    <p>LawnStarter connects you with qualified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/tree-care\">local tree care professionals<\/a> who can plant your Christmas tree correctly and provide the seasonal care it needs to thrive for years to come.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-53ed060d-1026-4743-8655-466f475195c5\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-53ed060d-1026-4743-8655-466f475195c5\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-53ed060d-1026-4743-8655-466f475195c5\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-53ed060d-1026-4743-8655-466f475195c5\">  <p>Angela French. Nursery supervisor, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mygardengeek.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Town &amp; Country Gardens<\/a>, Idaho Falls, ID. Personal interview.<\/p>    <p>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/realchristmastrees.org\/education\/tree-varieties\/fraser-fir\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fraser Fir<\/a>.\u201d National Christmas Tree Association.<\/p>    <p>Scott and Jill Western, third-generation owners of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernstreefarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Western\u2019s Tree Farm<\/a>, Applegate, MI. Personal interview.<\/p>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image: A woman pushes a live Christmas tree in a wheelbarrow. 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