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North Carolina Christmas Tree Dune Restoration

Nov 123 min read

North Carolina Christmas Tree Dune Restoration

Fort Macon State Park in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, pioneered a unique dune restoration approach that repurposes Christmas trees.

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Nov 112 min read

2024 Capital Christmas Tree from Alaska

A Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis) from Alaska's Tongass National Forest has been selected as the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.

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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: A Timeless Tradition

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Nov 102 min read

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: A Timeless Tradition

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has been a beloved holiday tradition since 1931.

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Sustainable Disposal of Natural Christmas Trees after the Holidays

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Nov 72 min read

Sustainable Disposal of Natural Christmas Trees after the Holidays

Every year after the holidays, people wonder how to dispose of their natural Christmas trees. There are several options, some more sustainab

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The Fraser Fir: Jacksonville's Favorite Christmas Tree

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Nov 22 min read

The Fraser Fir: Jacksonville's Favorite Christmas Tree

The Fraser fir, a beloved Christmas tree species, has consistently topped Jacksonville's holiday shopping lists.

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Tips for Setting Up Tall Christmas Trees

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Oct 282 min read

Tips for Setting Up Tall Christmas Trees

If you're considering the purchase and setup of a tall Christmas tree that reaches for the ceiling, here are some essential tips to ensure y

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Building Sand Dunes with Christmas Trees

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Oct 222 min read

Building Sand Dunes with Christmas Trees

A simple way to build dunes is by recycling Christmas trees. Gulf State Park has recycled many leftover Christmas trees in the city of Gulf

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The Power of Recycled Christmas Trees In Alabama Dune Restoration

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Oct 227 min read

The Power of Recycled Christmas Trees In Alabama Dune Restoration

We reached out to Kelly Reetz, Natural Resource Planner with Alabama State Parks, after she was quoted in a Nature Conservancy article featu

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Research Aimed At More Resilient and Faster Growing Christmas Trees

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Oct 162 min read

Research Aimed At More Resilient and Faster Growing Christmas Trees

The Christmas tree industry, a beloved tradition for many, faces significant challenges due to climate change and increasing pests and disea

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Road Conditions Impact Christmas Tree Industry

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Oct 143 min read

Road Conditions Impact Christmas Tree Industry

The recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has posed significant challenges to the North Carolina Christmas Tree industry, particular

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North Carolina Christmas Tree Farms Increase Resiliency

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Oct 132 min read

North Carolina Christmas Tree Farms Increase Resiliency

While Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, there's a less-discussed story of resilience emerging from the region's Christmas

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Hurricane Helene Strikes North Carolina's Christmas Tree Industry

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Oct 62 min read

Hurricane Helene Strikes North Carolina's Christmas Tree Industry

A big part of Burghardt Christmas Traditions comes from the beautiful Fraser Fir Christmas trees we source from the breathtaking Blue Ridge

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Sand Dune Erosion Control with Christmas Trees

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Sep 222 min read

Sand Dune Erosion Control with Christmas Trees

After the joy, aroma, and beauty they bring passes with the season, there are significant opportunities for Christmas trees to sustainably c

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Sep 83 min read

Christmas Wreath and Greenery Care

Wreath and greenery care is important to get the most out of your Christmas decorating traditions. Decorating with greenery has been part of

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Caring for Your Farm-Grown Christmas Tree

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Aug 152 min read

Caring for Your Farm-Grown Christmas Tree

With proper care, your tree will stay fresh and vibrant throughout the holiday season. Here's a helpful guide to ensure your tree thrives in

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Apr 162 min read

Christmas Garland Guide

Here are some of the many types and uses for Christmas garland.

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