Fun Facts About Christmas Trees

The magical holiday is upon us, and it's time to decorate our house with a beautiful Christmas tree! But do you know that there are various species of Christmas trees, each with its own unique characteristics? Let’s explore some fun facts about the essential trees on Christmas.

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A Familiar Ancient Tradition

In ancient Egypt and Rome, people used evergreen trees, wreaths, and garlands to symbolize eternal life, wishing for good luck and blessings. Sounds familiar? 

Today, we decorate Christmas trees, whether they are fresh-cut, potted, or artificial, used indoors or outdoors, not just to await gifts from Santa, but also to pray for good luck and new beginnings in the coming year.

The Tallest Christmas Tree in History

From the Guinness World Record, the world's tallest cut Christmas tree was a 64.6 m (212 ft) Douglas fir (Pseudotsga menziesii) erected and decorated at Northgate Shopping Center, Seattle, Washington, USA, in December 1950. 

Artificial Trees Past and Present

The first artificial Christmas trees were made by Germans in the 19th century. They were crafted from dyed goose feathers to resemble pine needles.

An artificial Christmas tree is a manufactured pine or fir tree specifically created for holiday use. In 19th century Germany, artificial Christmas trees were crafted from dyed goose feathers to resemble pine needles. Today, PVC trees are the most common, but aluminum and fiber-optic illuminated Christmas trees are also available.

A Solid Choice for People in North America

The fir trees are the most popular choice for Christmas celebration. They are advantaged in having excellent needle retention, meaning they tend to hold onto their needles longer than other species. The scent of fir trees is synonymous with the festive season for many people.

Find out the one fir tree that showcases your taste of home decoration and personal style, soaking in the vibes of Christmas holiday!

The Historical Moment of the Christmas tree

A Symbol of Peace

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York City has been a symbol of holiday spirit and peace since it was first set up in 1931 during the Great Depression. For more than eight decades, the Christmas Tree has stood as a holiday beacon for New Yorkers and visitors alike. Do you know there are amazingly more than 50,000 multi-colored LED lights decorated on the tree? 

A Gift from Canada

Every year since 1971, the Canadian province of Nova Scotia sends a giant Christmas tree to Boston as a thank-you for their assistance after the Halifax Explosion in 1917, in memory of the support and kindness from the people of Boston.  

Wishing You a Happy and Meaningful Christmas Holiday

As the Xmas music plays in every store we walk into, it reminds us that the holiday season is coming. Let’s keep the fun facts about Christmas trees in mind and decorate our trees with thankfulness. Wishing you a happy holiday and blessings for your garden to become greener and grow prosperously in the next year.