In 1848 the Illustrated London News published a drawing of the royal family celebrating around a decorated Christmas tree, a tradition that was reminiscent of Prince Albert's childhood in Germany.

“The soft, irregular outline permits longer tree trims to hang freely, whilst more compact decorations nestle neatly between the branches,” John Lewis Christmas buyer Jason Billings-Cray says.

How much are real Christmas trees? We share the Christmas tree prices below, along with expert tips on how to save. While inflation has eased since last year, costs are still a concern.

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Finding the best real Christmas tree for the festive period is no easy matter. They come in different shapes to fit different homes, some are more strongly scented, some are less likely to drop ...

Since 2011, a 15¢ tax has been assessed on the sale of every Christmas tree in the United States. The purpose of the tax is to fund a marketing program to improve the image of Christmas trees ...

North Carolina’s live Christmas tree industry — the second largest in the country — was not spared by the catastrophic impact of Tropical Storm Helene in the mountains, but state officials ...

Cut a little stump for the end of your tree at the wider end ... You can also make sweet puff pastry Christmas trees in the same style but with chocolate spread inside. Dust with icing sugar ...

Now, you just need a Christmas tree. Should you choose an artificial Christmas tree or a real tree? While real trees smell amazing, they require a lot of work (cue the iconic Christmas Vacation ...

When you use links on our website, we may earn a fee. Beautifully decorated holiday trees are only as good as their Christmas tree stands. Without a good stand, the tree can lean to the side ...