While they're growing, Real Christmas Trees support life by absorbing carbon dioxide and other gases and emitting fresh oxygen.

The farms that grow Christmas Trees stabilize soil, protect water supplies and provide refuge for wildlife while creating scenic green belts. Often, Christmas Trees are grown on soil that doesn't support other crops.

Real Christmas Trees Are Renewable.

Real Christmas Trees are grown on farms just like any other crop. To ensure a constant supply, Christmas Tree growers plant one to three new seedlings for every tree they harvest.

On the other hand, artificial trees are a petroleum-based product manufactured primarily in Chinese factories. The average family uses an artificial tree for only six to nine years before throwing it away, where it will remain in a landfill for centuries after disposal.

We support recycling Christmas trees nationwide.You'll find recycle or re-use stations for all of your environmental needs including your Christmas tree here:
Earth 911

If you'd like to submit a recycle center in your neighborhood, please fill out the submission form below and send it to Earth 911.

For those of you ready to begin right now, The National Christmas Tree Association offers A Recycling Manual which is full of ideas, information and resources for you to start a recycling program in your area. Check it out if you are serious about recycling and want a complete guide and reference source to ensure your success.