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He settled on evergreen trees for Christmas and home landscaping.

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The West Coast drought has devastated the Christmas tree crop, and some farmers are passing on the price increase to holiday shoppers.

Whispering Pines was started in January 1980 by Dean and Joyce (Penton) Schnoor after Dean retired from the U.S. Army.

Steve with the First Couple.

At Sposato’s tree farm in Milton, you can actually watch Shelly and the staff create colorful Christmas wreaths right on the spot.

Indeed, numerous region’s larger tree farms like Don’s also feature stores on the premises that offer an array of related products, including wreaths, table decorations, cut greens and garlands.

Now you’ve secured your tree, it’s time for trimming. “We have Virginia pines, sand pines, Leyland cypress and Southern red cedars”. We’ve come a long way, baby. These trees emit very little fragrance, so they are good choice for those with allergies.

The tree will be on display on the Capitol grounds until January 2, 2016. These were one of the first species chosen for plantation grown Christmas trees in North America. The event is a partnership between the Christmas Spirit Foundation and FedEx. “We’re proud to have participated in this American tradition”.

Four of every five Christmas tree fires occurred in December and January. You know they drink a quarter of water a day. This year’s tree is a traditional Norway Spruce. Wood said it’s important to do the trim because the sap has solidified and new vessels need to be opened to allow water into the tree.

Bailey’s also sells fresh wreaths and garland.

Real Christmas trees are an all-natural and healthy option – no plastic and no chemicals.

The Sposatos started planting trees in 1984, and the expansive farm is filled with acres of lovely, aromatic trees.

The weight test – if possible lift the tree and if it feels heavy then this is a sign it has a high water content and is therefore fresh. We look out for each other in good times, and in bad. It makes a bold, modern statement too, with minimal decoration required although it will set you back £180.

The two-piece stand: This stand has a t-bolt and lock system that helps hold the tree straight. This style makes it easy for one person to make adjustments to get the tree straight in a vertical position. “That’s the most common”.

This year B&Q are offering a 5ft “classic” plastic tree for £18. Even after the tree is discarded, the danger remains. Keep your tree thoroughly watered. The star is 9.5 feet in diameter and 1.5 feet deep.

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When looking to buy an artificial tree, look to see that the branches are individually attached to the trunk with metal hinges.

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