(NC)—The holiday season is a wonderful time of year, and for many of us, it isn’t complete without a fresh-cut tree. Choosing the right tree and knowing how to care for it requires some skill and attention. That’s why The Home Depot Canada shares these tips to ensure your fresh-cut tree experience is as festive [...]

The picture above is of my Christmas tree.  If you can tell I was sitting on the couch, with my Pug on my lap.  Her name is Martini and she was enjoying looking at the tree with her mommy.  It was a very special moment and I absolutely adore my Christmas tree this year!  Here [...]

National Christmas Tree Association released a list of the most popular Christmas tree types available around the world. Here is the list of the sixteen most popular Christmas Trees: Arizona Cypress Colorado Blue Spruce White Fir Eastern Redcedar Fraser Fir Leyland Cypress Norway Spruce Virginia Pine Balsam Fir Canaan Fir Douglas Fir Eastern White Pine [...]

I’m looking to get a new tree skirt this year.  Ask my husband and he will tell you for the last three or four years I have talked about getting a new one.  I did a little researching online and found that Target has quite a nice selection!  Here are some of my favorites! Snowman [...]

(ARA) – As autumn fades and winter draws near, homes begin to reflect the approaching holiday season. For many of us, the cooler weather also signifies a lifestyle change. In the south, cooler temperatures make this a great time of year for gardening and outdoor entertaining. For northerners, winter brings snow sports and indoor activities. [...]

LED technology leads GE to create the most energy-efficient National Christmas Tree in history (ARA) – This year, GE Consumer and Industrial has created America’s first National Christmas Tree outfitted from top to bottom with energy-saving LED technology, including many light strings and ornaments used on previous year’s trees. Inspired by the efforts of American [...]

When do millions of families bring a prickly fire hazard into their homes and surround it with blinking orbs and open flames? The holidays are filled with traditional celebrations and decorations like Christmas trees and candles. Unfortunately QBE Regional companies General Casualty and Unigard often see an increase in fire claims during the holiday season. [...]

The Story behind Your Traditional Holiday Tree The traditional holiday fir, the Norfolk Island Pine, has a back story worthy of a Hollywood movie. When you see these delicately shaped pines at your favorite retail store, you’re taking home a bit of nautical history. Norfolk Island Pines or “Araucaria heterophylla” are native to Norfolk Island [...]

Think green is just the traditional color of the holidays? Think again. This season it’s more than a color. It’s the hippest way to decorate while giving back to both your family and Mother Earth. And the easiest, most festive way to be an earth friendly elf is to decorate with a living Norfolk Island [...]