It really takes a little bit more care and planning to have a living Christmas tree, but it can be very rewarding. Be sure you have a purpose for your living tree after the holidays, such as donating it, or using it for landscaping. Also, consult with the local nursery to be certain the tree you buy is adaptable to your microclimate and use care when taking it inside. After the holidays, there are several options for disposing of your tree, living or not. Organizations across the country accept living trees for community landscaping or reforestation efforts, and many cities have large composting and chipping programs.
Trees are also useful for erosion control and wildlife enhancement projects.
Many small, daily changes can have a great impact on both the environment and your personal wellbeing, particularly in these pressure-intensive months. Hopefully, with these helpful hints, this holiday season will be more dazzle than frazzle. As humans suffer through the holiday season, so too does the environment.