Did You Know Michigan is a Leading Producer of Christmas Trees?

Every holiday season, the state government estimates Michigan’s tree farmers sell more than $41 million in Christmas trees. Some of the most popular Christmas tree varieties in Michigan include the Scotch pine, white pine, blue spruce and balsam fir.  Some Christmas tree farms offer families the opportunity to cut down their own trees, while others… Read more »

Recycling Your Christmas Trees

In the article, “Get ready to recycle those Christmas trees,” Josh Baugh of Mysanantonio.com writes, “City officials are reminding residents who recycle their trees that before dropping them off, the trees must be free of decorations, stands, nails and plastic wrapping. “Flocked” Christmas trees, those adorned with artificial snow, also may be recycled. If the… Read more »