🎄 The Christmas Countdown Is On: 5 Things to Do Before You Pick Your Perfect Tree

It might still feel a little early to think about Christmas—but somehow, the holiday season has a way of sneaking up on us. One minute you're enjoying fall weather, and the next you're hearing Christmas music everywhere. 🎶🎄

If getting a real Christmas tree is part of your holiday tradition, now is the perfect time to start thinking ahead.

Before you grab the first tree you see, here are 5 simple things you can do now to make finding your perfect Christmas tree even easier.

🌲 1. Think About What Kind of Tree You Want

Not every Christmas tree looks the same—and that's part of the fun!

Do you love a classic, full-looking tree? Prefer something with a little more space between the branches for your favorite ornaments? Or maybe you're looking for a tree with that unmistakable fresh-evergreen fragrance?

Take a few minutes to think about the look you're going for this year.

Your Christmas tree can completely change the feeling of your space, so don't be afraid to have a vision.

📏 2. Measure Your Space Before Tree Shopping

This is one of those things that's easy to forget until you're standing in your living room wondering how a tree that looked "totally reasonable" at the lot is suddenly touching the ceiling. 😂

Before tree shopping, measure:

• The height from your floor to the ceiling

• The width of the space where you want your tree

• The height of your tree stand

• The space needed for your tree topper

And remember to leave a little breathing room at the top.

✨ 3. Start Thinking About Your Christmas Style

Are you going classic?

Minimalist?

Colorful?

A little over-the-top?

There really isn't a wrong answer.

Start saving inspiration photos now. Think about your ornaments, lights, ribbon, tree topper and even the tree skirt.

Whether you're creating a cozy traditional Christmas or something completely your own, having an idea of your style can make choosing your tree much easier.

🏠 4. Decide Where Your Tree Will Go

Before bringing home your tree, decide where it will live.

A beautiful tree deserves a spot where you can actually enjoy it.

Think about:

• Visibility from the main living area

• Nearby electrical outlets

• Space around furniture

• Traffic through the room

• Distance from heat sources

And don't forget about the background!

Sometimes the perfect Christmas-tree spot is the one that makes your tree look amazing in all those holiday photos. 📸🎄

❤️ 5. Make Choosing the Tree Part of the Tradition

Here's the best part: choosing a Christmas tree doesn't have to be something you rush through.

Make it an experience.

Bring your family. Bring your friends. Grab some hot chocolate. Take pictures. Walk around and look at the trees together.

The tree you eventually take home becomes part of your Christmas memories—and sometimes the story behind finding it becomes just as special as the tree itself.

🎄 Your Perfect Christmas Tree Is Waiting

The holidays aren't just about the presents under the tree.

They're about the lights glowing in the evening, the smell of fresh evergreen, favorite ornaments coming out of storage, music playing in the background and the people who make Christmas feel like Christmas.

So while you're enjoying fall, take a little time to start thinking about this year's tree.

Because before you know it...

It's going to be time to pick one. 🌲❤️

Keep an eye on Holly Jolly Christmas Trees for holiday updates, tree availability and everything you need to make this Christmas one to remember.