Make your holiday celebrations more meaningful with Balsam Hill’s true-to-nature artificial Christmas trees. We design our Christmas trees with thoughtful details, prioritizing convenience and longevity for a holiday centerpiece you can enjoy season after season. We’re committed to providing you with the best artificial Christmas trees that suit your style and space with various foliage types, sizes, shapes, and setup options.

Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees: Which is Better?

While many love the natural beauty of real Christmas trees, artificial Christmas trees have gained much popularity in recent years. This is because today’s best selling Christmas trees have become more realistic and easier to set up than ever before. Here are some benefits of artificial Christmas trees:

Convenience
Real Christmas trees require cutting, mounting, watering, and cleaning up of fallen needles. Meanwhile, artificial Christmas trees present the opposite. Balsam Hill trees offer you the convenience of an easier setup and upkeep, as you and your family enjoy a beautiful tree all season.
Safety
A real Christmas tree may cause allergies to some, and its dried needles are also prone to catch fire from open flames or damaged electrical lights. Prelit Christmas trees from Balsam Hill are made with synthetic materials that are non-allergenic and flame-retardant. This ensures that you’ll have a safe and worry-free holiday display for everyone to delight in.
Variety
Local tree lots only carry certain Christmas tree species native to their specific region. As the holidays draw near, the most popular types can run out fast. The beauty of Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees is that they’re designed after real evergreen species found in different parts of the world. This allows you to decorate with the Christmas tree of your choice no matter where you are, whenever you wish.
Cost-Effectiveness
While real Christmas trees initially cost less than artificial ones, investing in an artificial Christmas tree will save you more money in the long run. As prices of real trees increase through the years, getting an artificial Christmas tree is the more practical choice with benefits you can take advantage of for years to come.

Which is the Most Realistic Artificial Christmas Tree?

Balsam Hill’s most realistic Christmas trees are those that closely resemble fir, spruce, or pine tree species found in nature. We craft our most realistic trees with at least 65% of our patented True Needle foliage for utmost realism. This technology involves injection-molded needles designed to mimic the structure, texture, and color variations of real tree branches.

The BH Fraser Fir® is our most realistic Christmas tree to date. It features 40 different tip variations, which is the most we’ve ever created for any of our trees. From its five-split forked tips, rich green needles with silver undersides, full silhouette, and organic treetop, we’ve made every effort to make it look and feel like the real thing.

Some of our most realistic Christmas trees include the Aspen Estate Fir™ which features a lush profile and downswept silhouette; the Calistoga Ornament Tree™ which has a distinct, sparse and tiered profile to prominently display your ornaments; and our well-loved BH Balsam Fir™ which features a full, teardrop shape and upward-sloping branches.

When Should You Buy an Artificial Christmas Tree?

Balsam Hill’s best deals on artificial Christmas trees are offered many times throughout the year. From post-Christmas clearance to special occasions leading up to the holidays such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you can take advantage of several opportunities to get the best price on Christmas trees and seasonal décor.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What should I look for when buying an artificial Christmas tree?

When buying an artificial Christmas tree, consider its size, shape, realism, setup features, lighting options, price, and storage needs. For a more lifelike look, choose trees with molded PE foliage, varied branch tips, and realistic silhouettes inspired by natural evergreen species.

What Type of Artificial Christmas Tree is Best?

The best artificial Christmas tree depends on your space, style, and decorating preferences. Full trees create a classic centerpiece, slim trees work well in smaller rooms, and pre-lit trees offer added convenience. For premium realism, look for PE foliage, natural color variation, and branch designs modeled after real fir, spruce, or pine trees.

How Long do Artificial Christmas Trees Typically Last?

A high-quality artificial Christmas tree can last for many holiday seasons with proper care and storage. To extend its lifespan, gently shape the branches during setup, avoid overloading delicate tips, and store the tree in a cool, dry place after the holidays.

What Makes Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Trees Realistic?

Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees are designed to closely resemble real evergreens using True Needle^® foliage, molded PE branch tips, natural color variation, and realistic silhouettes inspired by fir, spruce, and pine species. Select trees also feature multiple tip variations for added depth and realism.

What are the Advantages of Buying an Artificial Christmas Tree from Balsam Hill?

Balsam Hill offers premium artificial Christmas trees designed for realism, convenience, and long-term use. Many trees feature True Needle^® foliage, pre-lit lighting options, easy setup features, and durable construction backed by warranty coverage.

Are Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Trees Easy to Set Up?

Yes. Many Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees are designed with convenient setup features such as pre-lit options, hinged branches, Easy Plug^® technology, and Flip Tree^® designs on select models to help make decorating faster and easier.

Where are Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Trees Made?

Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees are designed by our California-based team and crafted using globally sourced materials selected for realism, durability, and long-term seasonal use. Our trees are created using proprietary foliage molding techniques and rigorous quality standards to deliver a realistic holiday centerpiece.

Why are Balsam Hill Artificial Christmas Trees Considered Premium?

Balsam Hill artificial Christmas trees are known for their realistic foliage, detailed branch construction, innovative lighting technology, and convenient setup features. Many collections include True Needle^® foliage, pre-lit options, and durable materials designed for long-term use season after season.

What is the Difference Between PE and PVC Artificial Christmas Trees?

PE (polyethylene) foliage is molded to mimic the texture and appearance of real evergreen branches, making it popular in premium realistic artificial Christmas trees. PVC foliage is made from flat-cut material commonly used to add fullness. Many high-quality artificial Christmas trees combine both PE and PVC foliage for a balance of realism and shape.

What are the Best Premium Artificial Christmas Tree Brands?

Many shoppers look for premium artificial Christmas tree brands known for realism, durability, lighting technology, and ease of setup. Balsam Hill is recognized for lifelike foliage, True Needle^® technology, and a wide selection of realistic Christmas trees inspired by natural evergreen species.

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