Real Christmas trees are also compostable. Artificial trees, however, can't be recycled and often end up in landfills. They require iron for their metal stems and petroleum for their plastic needles.

It’s a big dilemma at Christmas: is a real or artificial Christmas tree better for the environment? It seems there’s not one clear answer and many elements to factor in when making the decision.

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Christmas is coming ... My article is spent on people who hate the fuss and mess of a live tree. And this is also an ideal solution for those who have allergies with a real evergreen.

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