Artificial Christmas Trees

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How To Choose the Best Artificial Christmas Tree for Your Home

The right artificial Christmas tree should fit your space, complement your decorating style, and make holiday setup easier year after year. Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees come in a range of heights, shapes, needle types, and lighting options, with setup features that can make preparing for the holidays easier. Start with your available space, then compare the look and convenience you want.

Find the Right Christmas Tree Height and Width

Start by measuring from the floor to the ceiling where you plan to display your tree. As a general guideline, allow about 12 inches between the top of the tree and the ceiling for a standard tree topper. Note that Balsam Hill tree heights include the stand. For example, an 8-foot ceiling leaves room for a tree up to 7 feet tall when allowing 12 inches for a topper.

Height is only part of the equation. Check the tree’s widest diameter and make sure there is enough space for the branches to reach their intended shape without crowding furniture or walkways.

Our Christmas tree size guide walks you through measuring your display area.

Choose the Best Christmas Tree Shape for Your Space

Balsam Hill offers several artificial Christmas tree shapes to suit your room and decorating preferences:

Full Christmas trees have a classic silhouette for a traditional holiday centerpiece.
Slim or Narrow trees have a slender profile that takes up less floor space in smaller rooms and corners.
Wide trees have a broader silhouette for spacious rooms and a generous ornament display.
Sparse trees have open spacing between branches that lets individual ornaments stand out.
Flatback trees save space with a design that rests against a wall or in a corner while offering the look of a full-shaped tree from the front.

Check each product’s listed width, as dimensions vary by design and height. For a visual comparison of shapes and other features, explore our artificial Christmas tree buyer’s guide.

Compare Artificial Christmas Tree Needle Types and Foliage

Foliage plays a major role in how an artificial Christmas tree looks and feels. Balsam Hill designs trees inspired by real fir, spruce, pine, and other evergreen species, using differences in needle shape, color, texture, branch direction, and silhouette to recreate details found in nature.

Compare these foliage options to find the appearance you prefer:

Closest to Nature needles feature True Needle^® foliage made with molded polyethylene (PE) tips that recreate the shape and dimension of natural evergreen branches.
Classic Flat needles have a soft, flat, papery texture for a traditional artificial Christmas tree look.

Read our Christmas tree needle and materials guide for a fuller explanation of the differences.

Choose Your Tree Lighting

Choosing between a pre-lit and unlit tree depends largely on how much convenience or decorating flexibility you want.

A pre-lit artificial Christmas tree comes with lights professionally arranged throughout the branches, helping reduce the time needed to string lights yourself. Depending on the tree, Balsam Hill offers options such as clear lights, multicolor lights, Color + Clear^® lights, and select LED lighting systems.

Many Balsam Hill pre-lit trees also feature Easy Plug^® technology, which incorporates light connections within the trunk. Once the tree sections are assembled, the lighting system connects through the trunk rather than requiring multiple light strings to be plugged together.

An unlit artificial Christmas tree gives you greater flexibility to select your own light color, bulb style, spacing, and arrangement. It may be the better choice if you enjoy changing your lighting design from one season to the next.

Explore our Christmas tree light types guide for visual comparisons.

Consider Easy-Setup Artificial Christmas Trees

Most Balsam Hill trees feature hinged branches and sectional construction to simplify assembly. For even greater convenience, look for trees equipped with Easy Plug^® lighting or Balsam Hill’s Flip Tree^® technology.

Easy Plug^® technology connects the lights through the trunk as you assemble the sections, reducing the need to connect individual light strings between sections.
The Flip Tree^® design features a rolling stand and a base that flips into display position before you attach the treetop, reducing the need to lift large tree sections.

Whichever setup option you choose, shaping the branches after assembly is important. Working from the inside of each branch toward the outer tips helps open the foliage, fill visible gaps, and create a fuller, more natural appearance.

Features and assembly steps vary by model. Always follow the instructions provided with your tree. Our tree assembly guide will help you keep your tree looking its best all holiday season.

Caring for Your Artificial Christmas Tree

Proper care can help preserve your tree’s appearance and functionality from one holiday season to the next.

Gently remove dust with a soft, dry cloth or fiber duster, and follow your tree’s care instructions, especially for pre-lit or frosted designs. Our Christmas tree cleaning and care guide explains how to clean your tree and keep it looking its best.

Before storing your tree, remove all ornaments and decorations and unplug the lights, then pack the tree according to its instructions. Keep it in the provided storage bag in a cool, dry area away from excessive heat, humidity, and direct sunlight. See our Christmas tree storage guide for instructions for traditional and Flip Tree designs.

Why Choose a Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Tree?

Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees are designed to combine true-to-nature detail with convenient features for decorating year after year. The collection includes trees inspired by familiar evergreen species, with options ranging from compact and slim silhouettes to full trees and statement-making heights for larger spaces.

Select trees feature True Needle^® foliage, innovative lighting systems, Easy Plug^® technology, and Flip Tree^® designs. With different heights, shapes, foliage styles, realism levels, and lighting configurations available, you can choose a tree based on the features that matter most to your home and holiday traditions.

You can also order Branch Samples to compare selected foliage styles at home before choosing your tree.

Frequently Asked Questions About Artificial Christmas Trees

What Should I Look for When Buying an Artificial Christmas Tree?

Start with the practical requirements of your space, then compare features that affect appearance and convenience. Consider:

Height and width: Make sure the tree fits your ceiling height and available floor space.
Shape: Choose from full, slim, wide, sparse, and flatback.
Foliage: Compare needle construction, branch-tip detail, density, and overall realism.
Lighting: Decide between pre-lit and unlit options.
Setup: Look for features such as hinged branches, Easy Plug^® technology, or Flip Tree^® designs.
Storage: Consider how easily the tree can be disassembled and stored after the holidays.

What Size Artificial Christmas Tree Should I Buy?

Choose a tree based on both your ceiling height and available floor space. Balsam Hill generally recommends leaving about 12 inches between the top of the tree and the ceiling to accommodate a standard tree topper.

A 7- to 7.5-foot tree works well in many rooms with standard 8- to 9-foot ceilings. Shorter trees suit apartments and smaller spaces, while trees 9 feet and taller work well in rooms with high or vaulted ceilings.

What Artificial Christmas Tree Shape Is Best for My Space?

The right profile depends on the amount of floor space you have available.

Full trees create a classic, traditional silhouette and work best in larger rooms.
Narrow trees offer substantial fullness with a smaller footprint.
Slim trees are ideal for apartments, entryways, corners, and compact rooms.
Open or sparse trees provide more visible space between branches for showcasing ornaments.

Always check the product's actual width rather than relying on the profile name alone.

What Makes an Artificial Christmas Tree Look Realistic?

Realistic artificial Christmas trees combine several design details that recreate the appearance of natural evergreens, including:

Three-dimensional molded foliage
Natural needle shapes and colors
Variations in branch-tip size and direction
Layered branch placement
Tree silhouettes inspired by real fir, spruce, or pine species

Should I Buy a Pre-Lit or Unlit Artificial Christmas Tree?

Choose a pre-lit tree if you prefer lights already arranged on the branches and want to avoid stringing them yourself. Choose an unlit tree if you enjoy selecting your own light strings or changing their color, spacing, and arrangement. Make sure to compare the available lighting configurations on the product page before purchasing.

What Is the Easiest Artificial Christmas Tree To Set Up?

The most convenient option depends on which part of setup you want to simplify. Easy Plug^® technology connects the lights through the trunk as you assemble the sections. Flip Tree^® designs have a rolling stand and a base that flips into display position, reducing the need to lift large sections. Make sure to check the model's assembly instructions and allow time for branch shaping.

What Comes With a Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Tree?

Contents vary by model, but most Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees include:

Tree sections
A tree stand
Assembly instructions
Fluffing gloves
A storage bag

Select pre-lit models may also include replacement bulbs or fuses, lighting controls, remotes, or other accessories. Check the individual product page for exact inclusions.

For an introduction to unboxing and setup, see what to expect when your Balsam Hill tree arrives.

Will I Need to Fluff My Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Tree?

Yes. Branches may arrive compressed for shipping and need shaping to achieve the tree's intended appearance. Allow extra time for the first setup; the time needed varies by height and design. Our tree shaping and fluffing guide includes step-by-step instructions and videos.

How Long Do Artificial Christmas Trees Last?

There is no fixed lifespan for every artificial Christmas tree. Longevity depends on construction quality, frequency of use, handling, storage conditions, and the care of any lighting components.

Careful assembly, proper shaping, correct electrical use, and storing the tree in a cool, dry location can help preserve its appearance and functionality for many holiday seasons. Make sure to follow your tree's care instructions to help preserve its appearance and functionality over many holiday seasons.

What Warranty Comes With a Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Tree?

Regular and sale-priced Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees have a three-year limited warranty covering specified defects in the frame, foliage, hinges, stand, and factory-installed lights, excluding burned-out bulbs. Clearance trees have a 60-day limited warranty. See our product warranty information for full terms and exclusions.