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The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: A Timeless Holiday Tradition
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is one of the most iconic holiday traditions in the world, symbolizing hope, generosity, and the magic of the season since 1931. Inspired by this legacy, BCTree.farm brings that same spirit home with fresh, high-quality evergreens that help families create their own holiday traditions.

BCTree Blogger
Oct 283 min read


Why BCTree.farm Is Known as “The Big Tree Experts”
BCTree.farm specializes in premium oversized Christmas trees for homes, churches, and businesses. Since 1967, we’ve delivered and installed fresh Fraser, Noble, and Douglas firs up to 20+ feet with expert care and white-glove service.

BCTree Blogger
Oct 272 min read


Burghardt Christmas Tradition — A Holiday Tradition Since 1967
Since 1967, Burghardt Christmas Tradition has been more than a tree lot—it’s a Jacksonville holiday tradition. Rooted in family, craftsmanship, and community, BCTree.farm offers premium trees, handcrafted wreaths, and a warm, personal experience that brings families together year after year.

BCTree Blogger
Oct 262 min read


A Holiday Tradition with Heart: The Christmas Kissing Ball
As the scent of fresh evergreens fills the air and the twinkle lights go up, few decorations capture the spirit of the season quite like the Christmas kissing ball. We’re excited to share that kissing balls are now available for preorder at BCTree.farm — and will also be available for purchase at our Jacksonville Beach Christmas tree lot when we open in November.

BCTree Blogger
Oct 192 min read


White Pine: The Gentle Giant of Christmas
Elegant, soft, and beautifully full, the White Pine ( Pinus strobus ) is one of the most graceful Christmas trees grown in North...

BCTree Blogger
Oct 52 min read


Blue Spruce: The Brilliant Blue Jewel of Christmas
The Blue Spruce (Picea pungens), known for its brilliant silvery-blue needles and strong, symmetrical branches, brings Rocky Mountain beauty to the holidays. Its striking color, sturdy form, and crisp evergreen fragrance make it a favorite for families seeking a Christmas tree that’s as elegant as it is enduring.

BCTree Blogger
Oct 52 min read


Douglas Fir: The Historic Christmas Tree of America
The Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) holds a special place in the history of American Christmas traditions. With its full shape, soft green needles, and sweet fragrance, the Douglas Fir was once the most popular Christmas tree species in the country, and it remains one of the most widely grown evergreens today.

BCTree Blogger
Sep 142 min read


Noble Fir: The Stately Evergreen of the Holidays
The Noble Fir (Abies procera) has long been celebrated as one of the most elegant and durable Christmas trees in America. With its sturdy branches, blue-green needles, and impressive size, the Noble Fir embodies the classic holiday tree—strong, fragrant, and timeless.

BCTree Blogger
Sep 142 min read


Concolor Fir: The Citrus-Scented Christmas Classic
The Concolor Fir (Abies concolor), also known as the White Fir, is prized for its long silvery-blue needles and unique citrus-like fragrance that sets it apart from other Christmas trees. With strong branches, excellent needle retention, and a naturally elegant shape, it’s becoming an increasingly popular choice for families seeking a fresh twist on holiday tradition.

BCTree Blogger
Sep 62 min read


Fraser Fir: The Tree That Defines Christmas
The Fraser Fir, native to the Southern Appalachian Mountains, is the most popular Christmas tree in the U.S., prized for its soft blue-green needles, silvery undersides, strong branches, and long-lasting freshness. Each year about 9–10 million Fraser Firs are sold, making up 35% of all real Christmas tree sales, with North Carolina leading production and even supplying the White House tree 16 times.

BCTree Blogger
Sep 52 min read


North Carolina Christmas Tree Dune Restoration
Fort Macon State Park in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, pioneered a unique dune restoration approach that repurposes Christmas trees.

BCTree Blogger
Nov 12, 20243 min read


2024 Capital Christmas Tree from Alaska
A Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis) from Alaska's Tongass National Forest has been selected as the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.

BCTree Blogger
Nov 11, 20242 min read


The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: A Timeless Tradition
The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree has been a beloved holiday tradition since 1931.

BCTree Blogger
Nov 10, 20242 min read


Sustainable Disposal of Natural Christmas Trees after the Holidays
Every year after the holidays, people wonder how to dispose of their natural Christmas trees. There are several options, some more sustainab

BCTree Blogger
Nov 7, 20242 min read


The Fraser Fir: Jacksonville's Favorite Christmas Tree
The Fraser fir, a beloved Christmas tree species, has consistently topped Jacksonville's holiday shopping lists.

BCTree Blogger
Nov 2, 20242 min read


Tips for Setting Up Tall Christmas Trees
If you're considering the purchase and setup of a tall Christmas tree that reaches for the ceiling, here are some essential tips to ensure y

BCTree Blogger
Oct 28, 20242 min read


Building Sand Dunes with Christmas Trees
A simple way to build dunes is by recycling Christmas trees. Gulf State Park has recycled many leftover Christmas trees in the city of Gulf

BCTree Blogger
Oct 22, 20242 min read


The Power of Recycled Christmas Trees In Alabama Dune Restoration
We reached out to Kelly Reetz, Natural Resource Planner with Alabama State Parks, after she was quoted in a Nature Conservancy article featu

BCTree Blogger
Oct 22, 20247 min read


Research Aimed At More Resilient and Faster Growing Christmas Trees
The Christmas tree industry, a beloved tradition for many, faces significant challenges due to climate change and increasing pests and disea

BCTree Blogger
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Road Conditions Impact Christmas Tree Industry
The recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has posed significant challenges to the North Carolina Christmas Tree industry, particular

BCTree Blogger
Oct 14, 20243 min read
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