Real Christmas Trees Vs. Fake Christmas Trees

Jody Morse
It is almost time to put up the Christmas tree. Before you can put up a Christmas tree, however, there is one very important decision that you will need to make. This is whether you want to put up a fake Christmas tree or a real Christmas tree. Here, we will take a closer look at some different factors that you may want to take into consideration when trying to decide if you want to purchase a real Christmas tree or a fake Christmas tree.

Real Christmas Trees vs. Fake Christmas Trees - Cost

One of the main things that you may want to take into consideration when determining if you should buy a real Christmas tree or a fake Christmas tree is the cost. The cost of a real Christmas tree is anywhere between $25 to $50, depending on where you purchase it from. The cost of a fake Christmas is anywhere between $100 and $1,000 depending on where you purchase it from. However, the one advantage that a fake Christmas tree has over a real Christmas tree is that you will not need to purchase one each year. Many fake Christmas trees will last for a very long time, which means that you can ultimately save money when you choose to opt for a fake Christmas tree.

Real Christmas Trees vs. Fake Christmas Trees - Scent

The main thing that many believe makes real Christmas trees more appealing is the fact that they offer a wintry scent. This is something which can add to the overall feeling of Christmas. For some people, the scent of a real Christmas tree is not so appealing, whether it is because they do not enjoy the scent or because they allergic. If you are one of these people then you may find that a fake Christmas tree is the way to go, but if you really enjoy the scent of pine, you probably would not want to go without a real Christmas tree.

Real Christmas Trees vs. Fake Christmas Trees - Traditions

Many families make picking out a real Christmas tree a tradition. Until it is the time of the year to do so, some families do not really feel like Christmas is its on its way. However, there are many traditions that can be formed when you have a fake Christmas tree. Decorating the tree is a tradition that can be experienced by both families who have a fake Christmas tree and families who have a real Christmas tree.

Real Christmas Trees vs. Fake Christmas Trees - Care

One of the best things about a fake Christmas trees is that it can easily be assembled. After it has been set up, it does not require any care. Once you have set up a real Christmas tree, you will need to worry about watering it. On top of that, you will also need to worry about cleaning up any needles that should fall, which does happen. Overall, it is definitely safe to say that a fake Christmas tree is a whole lot easier to take care of.

Real Christmas Trees vs. Fake Christmas Trees - Appearance

If asked whether a real Christmas tree or a fake Christmas tree looks better, there is really no answer. It depends on your own personal preferences. Some people believe that real Christmas trees look a lot better because they are "natural." On the other hand, you will need to depend on whatever is available in the lot. When you purchase a fake Christmas tree, you will have a lot of different designs to choose from. Whether you want a white Christmas tree, a green Christmas tree, a large Christmas tree or a small Christmas tree, there are so many different available options.

As you can see, there are many different things which should be taken into consideration before you decide whether you want a fake Christmas tree or a real Christmas tree. A lot of the time, it really depends on your own personal preferences. Although the scent and tradition of having a real Christmas tree may be very appealing, the money that can be saved and minimal care required for a fake Christmas tree may make this choice the best option.

Published by Jody Morse - Featured Contributor in Health & Wellness

Jody Morse has a B.A. in English from East Stroudsburg University. As a sufferer of endometriosis, she enjoys writing about women's health issues. She has worked as an assistant wedding DJ, and is dabbling i...  View profile

16 Comments

Post a Comment
  • mya11/28/2010

    I love the real christmas trees. Yeah it drops needles everywhere but it takes only an hour to clean up and you do it once a year. If you cut yolur own christmas tree, it ll be cheaper than 25 $ for sure.

  • Jody11/24/2007

    Thanks for all of the comments! I agree, Kristie, it is sad to see a real tree being dumped after Christmas. "Merry Christmas," I'm sure that the whole allergy situation probably depends on the person.

  • Kristie Leong M.D.11/24/2007

    My tendency is to choose an artificial tree. It always makes me sad to see a real Christmas tree after Christmas left out for the garbage truck to take away.

  • Merry Christmas!11/24/2007

    I am allergic to tree pollens (including pine) and according to my test not to dust... Yet when putting an artificial (yeah I know--yuck) Christmas tree up last year I was sick the next day with allergies due to the dust that had accumulated on it and was sick anytime I was near it. With a real tree in the house, I've never had very many reactions.
    I don't believe the argument about fake trees causing fewer allergies. It really isn't valid--dust, whether you're allergic to it or not, is known to aggravate allergies.

  • Heather Prinz11/15/2007

    great article :)

  • cathiesbloggs11/12/2007

    I love the "smell" of the real trees..when the lights are turned on..it warms up..the smell is incredible..but the real tree does get dry fast..and the artificial is much safer..I have a really nice "fake" tree that I used last year..but..I'm sort of leaning to the "real"..one too..Great Article!!

  • Dana11/12/2007

    I always had a real tree, but I bought a beautiful artificial one a few years ago at an after Christmas sale and I love it. No more pine needles on the floor!

  • Avery Ryan11/11/2007

    Well done! I love real trees, although all the needles make a mess, but I love the smell. Just last year we switched to a fake tree because of allergies.

  • Carol Bengle Gilbert11/8/2007

    Where is all the spirit? It seems like real trees are in the minority here.

  • jennybeans11/8/2007

    Very well organized and presented.

Displaying Comments
Next »

To comment, please sign in to your Yahoo! account, or sign up for a new account.