Where are the Christmas trees sold by the Forestry Commission grown?
All Forestry Commission trees are sustainably grown on plantations in the UK especially for the festive tree market. They are harvested between six and ten years old and for every tree felled at least one is planted. What species of trees are sold as Christmas trees? Norway spruce – the traditional Christmas tree – has a mid-green colour, a fine, delicate foliage and a distinctive ‘Christmassy’ scent. Nordmann fir – has distinctive broad, bold green needles with whitish underside. Lodgepole pine – a cheerful green colour, tinged slightly with yellow, and a sharp fragrance. How do you keep real Christmas trees looking good? Store in a cool place before bringing indoors Keep away from direct heat Cut half an inch off the stump and stand in a container full of water Water regularly – a Christmas tree can drink up to a pint of water a day Can you guarantee that all Christmas trees sold by the Forestry Commission are sustainably grown? The Forestry Commission only sells trees that are grown
