Find answers to common questions about choosing, ordering and caring for your real Christmas tree.
What is a Norway Spruce Christmas tree?
Norway Spruce is an attractive, natural-looking Christmas tree with upward-pointing branches, sharp needles, and a strong scent. It’s often seen as the traditional Christmas tree and was popularised in Britain by Prince Albert in the 19th Century.
Is Norway Spruce a traditional Christmas tree?
Yes. Norway Spruce is widely seen as the traditional Christmas tree. With its classic shape, colour and scent, Norway Spruce is the Christmas tree that many people associate with the festive season.
If you want a tree like the one in Trafalgar Square, this is the tree for you.
Does Norway Spruce have a strong Christmas scent?
Yes. Norway Spruce is a more strongly-scented Christmas tree. Although not technically a pine tree, the smell of Norway Spruce is often described as piney. It’s a rich, woody, resin scent. Some people even say that there’s a hint of citrus. This evocative scent creates a welcoming Christmas atmosphere.
If you prefer a more understated scent, consider a Nordman Fir instead.
How do I reduce needle drop on a Norway Spruce?
Norway Spruce can drop needles more readily than some other varieties, especially if it becomes too warm or dry. To help keep it looking its best, place it away from radiators and fires, use a suitable water-holding stand, and keep it topped up with water.
Is Norway Spruce better for indoor or outdoor use?
Real Norway Spruce makes an ideal outdoor Christmas tree. It will last longer outside and gives a traditional festive feel.
That said, it’s possible to use Norway Spruce as an indoor Christmas tree. It just needs a little more care than other varieties in terms of keeping it cool and watered so it doesn’t dry out and doesn’t lose its needles quite so quickly.
What is the difference between Norway Spruce and Nordman Fir?
These are both popular types of Christmas tree. Norway spruce is ideally suited to the outdoors, with a classic shape and strong festive scent. Nordman Fir, on the other hand, makes a better indoor tree, with good needle retention, soft needles and a more subtle fragrance.
Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference. Either would make a fine addition to your home!
Norway Spruce are the traditional Victorian Christmas Trees. They are popular for their unique fragrance, shape and dense foliage. These trees are not soft to touch and do drop their needles. They are ideal for use outside.
For indoor use we recommend that the trees are kept in water-holding standards.