Tree Comparisons
| Tree Type | Description | Pros | Cons |
Scotch
Pine |
Typically grown in the North Central region of the U.S.; Classic "Christmas tree" look. | Keeps needles for 4+ weeks Sturdy branches for holding heavy ornaments Fragrance lasts through period |
N/A |
Douglas-fir |
Grown in the West Coast region from Canada to Mexico | Holds needles for 3 weeks Fragrance lasts through period |
If shipped to colder climate, needles may freeze and fall off when placed in warm room |
| Eastern White Pine |
Grown in Northern region to Ohio and down through the Appalachians | Full tree with soft needles and dense branches Holds needles 3-4 weeks |
Dries out faster than short needled pines Not as fragrant as firs, but lasting |
Fraser Fir |
Grown in the Appalachian regions of North Carolina and Tennessee | Holds needles 4+ weeks Fragrance lasts through period Sturdy branches for holding heavy ornaments Quality doesn't suffer while in transit |
N/A |
Balsam Fir |
Native to the North-eastern regions of the U.S. | Holds needles 3 weeks Fragrance lasts through period |
Does not ship well, tendency to lose needles |
*Tree clips courtesy of the National Christmas Tree Association.
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