Mail Order Christmas Trees

From LoveToKnow Christmas

Avoid the cold blustery streets in December by getting a mail order Christmas tree.

Tree farms ship Christmas trees across the country.

Benefits of Shipped Trees

Though getting a Christmas tree through the mail may sound a bit peculiar, it's actually a growing industry. The National Christmas Tree Association reports that approximately 175,000 real trees are sold either through e-commerce or catalogs and shipped to the consumers who enjoy them all season long. Ordering a tree offers several benefits over traditional methods of getting a tree, whether artificial, pre-cut or cut your own.

Artificial Trees

A potpourri sachet tucked under an artificial tree can't compare to the crisp pine scent of a live tree. And getting a tree by mail offers a chance to avoid the holiday malls and discount chains during one of the busiest times of the year. In addition, packing and storing a large artificial tree can take up a lot of closet or attic space. And unlike artificial trees, real trees will not be sitting in a landfill for years.

Pre-Cut Trees

Pre-cut trees are offered at local Christmas tree shops and stands throughout the U.S. Just because the tree is real does not necessarily mean it has been freshly cut. The trees offered may have been cut weeks earlier and endured shipping across the state or even country before being put on display for purchase.

Finding a pre-cut tree can end up costing a significant amount of time and even money. Those without cars are left with the problem of transporting a large tree on public transportation, choosing a smaller tree than they would have preferred or buying from the nearest shop to their home, which may not have the best selection.

Cut Your Own

While the allure of a traditional outing to cut down the family Christmas tree may be hard to resist, it can end up being more pain than pleasurable holiday custom. Getting to a tree farm may be a long drive, especially for young children. Unpleasant weather conditions can cause plans to be delayed or canceled. Trudging through the snow, agreeing on a tree and cutting it down is hard work that may leave everyone exhausted.

Buy Mail Order Christmas Trees

Search for the terms “mail order Christmas trees” and hundreds of websites will result, all ready and willing to sell a tree that ships directly to the buyer. Customers should know the answers to these questions before they choose to buy from a particular online retailer:

  • How fresh is the tree? A tree should ideally be cut within 24 hours of shipping.
  • What shipping methods are used and how is the tree preserved? Care should be taken with the packing and shipping methods to ensure it arrives fresh and intact.
  • What is the refund policy? Find out how to get a refund or replacement if the tree is damaged or dying.
  • What are the delivery date options? Some companies allow customers to choose a ship date or delivery date, while others guarantee delivery within a certain time frame.
  • How much are taxes and shipping? The cost of shipping a tree may actually negate any savings on gas and time. Make sure charges are outlined before submitting the final order.

To protect themselves, customers should only order with reputable companies. Review the company’s status with the Better Business Bureau. The NCTA also provides a listing of retail mail order tree companies by state.

Tree Types Available

Trees available for mail order are often similar to what can be found at a tree shop or farm. From balsams to firs to pines, almost every variety can be found. Trees may range in height from two feet tall up to six or seven feet. Persons wanting a tree over seven or ten feet may need to place a special order.

Live Christmas trees can also be bought through mail order companies. They will serve as a lasting reminder of fond holiday memories. Certain areas are not conducive to particular species, so check for climate recommendations before purchasing a live tree to replant.

Order a Tree for Troops

When you purchase your family's tree this year, donate another to our troops and their families. The Trees for Troops program works with more than 800 tree farms around the U.S. to ship live Christmas trees to military bases and families around the world.

Retrieved from "http://christmas.lovetoknow.com/Mail_Order_Christmas_Trees"

 


Comment on Mail Order Christmas Trees



(Displayed with your comment)                        (Will not be displayed)
Verification Code:   
    

Christmas Categories
LoveToKnow Tools
More Articles