The Journey of Your
Natural Christmas Tree

Discover the journey our trees take, from growing in the nursery to arriving at your home each season.

The Tree’s Life Cycle

The life cycle of natural Christmas trees begins with seeds germinating in spring. Young seedlings spend several years in nurseries, where they receive careful watering and fertilization. Once they reach a suitable size, they are moved to open fields and continue growing for 7 to 10 years. Farmers protect them from pests and disease. In autumn, mature trees are carefully harvested, selected and transported to shops and markets. After the holidays, many trees are recycled into mulch or compost, completing a cycle that began with a seed.

A young tree being cared for in the nursery

Spring (March–June)

Active growth: More sunlight and warmer temperatures support the pines’ fastest growth. They develop in height and foliage density.
Soil care and fertilizing: Growers strengthen the trees and manage pests to protect young plants.
Shaping: Branches are trimmed to help trees develop a balanced, conical shape.

Summer (June–September)

Maturing and strengthening: Trees continue to grow at a slower pace while growers monitor pests, disease and watering, especially during hot months.
Inspection and selection: Toward the end of summer, growers identify trees that may be ready for the coming holiday season.

Autumn (September–December)

Harvest: Usually in October and November, selected pines that have reached a suitable size are harvested.
Transport and distribution: Trees are wrapped to protect their branches and make transport easier. They go to sales locations or, in some cases, directly to customers.

A natural Christmas tree decorated at home

Winter (December–March)

Sales and decorating: In December, trees are sold at nurseries, markets and specialty shops, then decorated at home.
At-home care: Regular watering helps keep pines fresh and green.
Reuse or recycling: After the holiday season, families can take trees to recycling or composting centers.

Natural Christmas Tree Gallery

See how a pine makes its way to your home through the seasons.