🎄 Christmas Tree Alert! 🎄
It’s not just the festive spirit on the rise this year—Christmas tree prices are too! Due to bad weather and climate conditions earlier this year, many European growers are facing a shortage of quality trees. Late frosts in May and summer heatwaves have left fewer trees for sale, so if you want the perfect pine to adorn your home, you might have to act fast and pay a bit more.
Chris Bonnett from GardeningExpress.co.uk suggests snagging your tree early to dodge disappointment. Brexit has also made imports tricky, prompting UK growers to ramp up their homegrown game. Though local trees are improving in quality, rising labour costs are pushing prices up across the board.
Whether you head to a store or order online, don’t wait too long. Prices are climbing and the best trees are selling out fast!
🎄 Top Tips for Picking the Perfect Tree:
– Look for rich, green colour with no grey or browning.
– Perform the drop test: shake the tree gently—few needles should fall.
– Run your hands through the branches; exterior needles should stay.
– Know your tree types to make the best choice.
– Choose a tree already in partial shade for easy indoor transition.
Don’t let Christmas sneak up on you without a tree! 🎅🌲