1. How well will the branches hold heavier ornaments?
2. How long will the needles last?
3. How well will the aroma last?
Thinking about how long you want to have the tree on display and what you intend to hang on it can help you make sure you choose a tree you'll be happy with.
Read Up on Tree Types in Advance
To help you prepare before buying a tree, About.com Forestry Guide Steve Nix has created a handy list of The Top Ten Christmas Trees in North America. According to the Christmas Tree Farmers of Ontario website, the two most popular trees around here appear as number five and seven on the list - the Scotch Pine and the White Spruce.
Or Make Use of Knowledgeable Staff
Of course you may want to just head out to a tree farm and see what you like the look, feel and smell of. If you go this route expect to spend a bit of extra time so you can speak to a staff member before you start cutting.
