A tree doesn't have to be alive to be a vital part of an ecosystem — dead trees make ideal nesting spots for lots of animals. However, they are also risky to have on your property, and the danger of ...

Key Points Getting a tree from a local farm ensures a tree has been freshly cut.Christmas trees need fresh plain water added daily to their tree stands; no additives are needed.Lights can dry out ...

Deep in the roots of ancient Roman and Egyptian history are tales of evergreens being used for decoration. Since the 1800s, candlelit trees have been a symbol of the holiday season in the U.S., ...

After a long trek through the mountains west of Colorado Springs, the Seagren found just the right tree in this file photo from 2013. (The Gazette/Jerilee Bennett) It’s time to plan for a holiday ...

Bob’s Trees has pre-cut, cut-your-own trees, a gift shop, a snack bar and visits from Santa. The tree farm is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily but starting Dec. 1, the farm will be open from 8 a.m. to ...

According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, you can’t just cut down any tree you find in the state. The ...

Arizona residents can cut their own Christmas trees in national forests with a permit from the U.S. Forest Service. Permits cost $15 and are available for purchase online or at ranger stations for ...