Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Editor’s note: Features coordinator Barbara Ellis takes a side in the “real vs. fake” Christmas tree debate. Look for the counterpoint by Editorial Page ...

But wait, are they fake or freshly cut? Chances are, if you’re in Florida, the family is gathered around the warm glow of an artificial tree while opening presents in their pajamas on Christmas ...

'Tis the season for Tannenbaum. It’s just a matter of which one. The choices can seem overwhelming at first: Will a blue spruce fill the house with the sharp scent of balsam better than a white pine?

The holiday season is approaching quickly, which means it's time to start thinking about your seasonal decorations. One of the most important decisions to make? Whether you want a real Christmas tree ...

When my brother and I were kids, he developed a mysterious allergy to balsam firs. Worse than the wheezing, in my opinion, was the remedy: an artificial Christmas tree. Gone was our family’s annual ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. We love real Christmas trees, but there’s a very good ...

Pine or plastic — which Christmas tree is better for the planet? For the eco-conscious, the needling question remains something of a head-scratcher. While artificial firs can be used year after year, ...

The last two years, I’ve posted a list (here and here) of guidelines for decorating your Tannenbaum. This Christmas, my family purchased an artificial tree, which my son immediately declared made this ...