Oh, that’s a whole other can of tinsel. Real tree people insist on the smell and the “authentic” experience. Fake tree people love the zero maintenance and the fact that it doesn’t double as a firewood supply.
The timing is simpler for fake trees: you can put them up in August if you really want. No one can stop you. But real trees have a shelf life. You’re basically racing against the clock. Put it up too early, and it’s a dry, sad mess by the big day.
Rule of thumb: If you buy a real tree, aim for the first two weeks of December. That gives it about three to four weeks of peak performance. After that, it starts auditioning for a role in a Charlie Brown special.
When to Put Up Your Christmas Tree, According to Tradition
