We finally got a Christmas tree and installed it in our home over the weekend, even though decorating could take 3 to 5 business days to complete.
Last year there was a fir that had been sheared up a bit and looked quite nice, so we took a hand saw and walked across the field to fetch the festive bush. This year my wife wanted to do the same thing, so even though the tree might be perfectly shaped, it did come from the back field where our oldest helped to cut and carry it to the house, haha.
I have picture proof!

So where did you get your Christmas tree? I tend to think that most people on the South Shore still have a real tree in their home, but I’m not sure if that is actually the case.
This year, even more often than last, I have been hearing growers talk about increased demand and not being able to fill all their orders. We all know what happens with increased demand as well, higher prices. So is this something we can expect to continue? It does seem that the trend of high demand for Christmas trees might be sticking around.

Welcome to the new tradition of Christmas tree shortages

Once your tree is in the house and ready to celebrate the holidays with you, how can you keep your new indoor greenery from drying out? Well lots water is the best way of course. But what about adding things to the water? I have heard of everything from aspirin and sugar, to vodka and this article even suggest Miracle Grow. Whatever your trick is to keep the tree from drying out, I hope it works well. No one enjoys removing their Christmas tree in a dust pan.

How to Keep Your Christmas Tree Fresh