As Christmas is approaching I started wondering how green would be the Christmas this year for different people. Yeah, I know your Christmas tree is green, but is it eco-friendly? Now you got the point. A conscious customer may experience a hard time choosing the most earth-friendly decorations for the holiday, but this time of the year the major doubt is between choosing an artificial tree or a live one. If a live tree is chosen, you buy a potted tree or a cut tree?
You should keep in mind that a live, fresh tree is biodegradable and nowadays most Christmas fresh trees are grown on local tree farms instead of the forest. Also, plotted trees are able to grown on its container for up to four years, giving you enjoyment for years and saving you some bucks. When the tree isn’t fitting on the container anymore, plant it on your yard and you’ll remind of great moments from your Christmas while your tree grows. Making this option you help sustaining your local economy as well as saving the environment.
If you don’t want a live tree, remember that artificial trees are usually NOT biodegradable. Also, close to 90% of artificial trees are made in China and they have almost no environmental restrictions there. And there’s always the risk that some of the trees contain harmful chemicals (such as PVC or lead). Ok, you’re stick with this idea of an artificial tree, so at least be a little environmentally conscious. Refurbish your artificial tree and use it year after year and adding natural elements such as fallen pine branches to give your tree a new look and feel.
You don’t want the responsibility of taking care of a live tree and also want to help the environment by not using an artificial tree? No problem! Create your own tree made from objects in your house and your tree will be unique.
