13. Fake vs. Real- Creative Holiday Tree Ideas

Hey, Green Junkie!

Tell me, are you a real tree lover or do you stick with an artificial tree every year at Christmas?

This question can often spark the most interesting debates because we have so many deep rooted traditions tied up into what kind of tree we put presents under.

And I totally get that.

Part of the fun of the holiday season is the deeply rooted traditions and the fond and heartwarming memories we have attached to them.

So how do we preserve our traditions and honor them while still being more conscious in what we bring into our home?

Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered in this episode. 

Here’s what to expect:

• The truth about artificial trees
• The carbon footprint of your current tree
• How long you need to keep and use your artificial tree to make it more sustainable
• How your artificial tree might be impacting your health
• What you need to know about using real trees (hint: they’re not always sustainable either)
• The best places to find your trees this holiday season
• Some fun DIY options if you love crafting

You’ll discover that and so much more in this episode.

By the end of this episode, Green Junkie, you’ll have more knowledge about what tree you should choose in your home and how to make your current tree more sustainable.

If you love this podcast be sure to leave a review and share a screenshot of this episode to your IG stories. Tag @greenjunkiepodcast so I can shout you out and publicly say thanks. 

Thanks for listening and being here.

Your green bestie,

Xoxo Stephanie

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

How to Host an Eco-Friendly Holiday Party

The Ultimate Sustainable Holiday Gift Guide

Resources: 

Wood Pallet Tree

Plywood Tree

Cardboard Tree

Book Tree

Other Ideas

Sources: 

https://www.carbontrust.com/es/node/532

https://www.nature.org/en-us/what-we-do/our-priorities/protect-water-and-land/land-and-water-stories/real-vs-fake-christmas-tree/

https://www.goodgirlgonegreen.com/rent-a-christmas-tree/

https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/holidays/alternative-christmas-trees-pictures

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Produced by: Alecia Harris

Music By: Liz Fohle