REAL TREE vs ARTIFICAL TREE

Real Christmas Trees:

1.  According to the USDA almost ALL real Christmas trees are grown by US farmers to sell in the US.  This industry employs 100,000 workers in all 50 states.  30 Million real trees are sold each year.

2.  There are over 350 Million Christmas trees growing here in the US.  These trees help keep our air clean and provide shelter for the wildlife.  For every tree cut down, 1-3 trees are planted to start the cycle of trees over again.

3.  There are over 4,000 Christmas Tree recycling programs in the US.

4.  Each tree is unique in its own way, and discovering your "perfect tree" is a great way to make memories with friends & family.

Artifical Christmas Trees:

1.  Artifical trees are convenient BUT many of today's trees with lites are hard to store.

2.  Artifical trees are made from PVC plastic.  PVC plastics release dioxins over time.  These dioxins are extremely toxic and cause many serious health issues.

3.  PVC is a petroleum-based, non-biodegradable plastic.  Once you throw your artifical tree away, it is going to be in the landfill forever and artifical trees can not be recycled.

4.  Over 85% of all artifical trees come from China.  This not only adds to the carbon footprint, but it means we are buying more products from China instead of something that is produced here in the US as a real tree.

5.  Fake trees are a fire hazard. (video @ ChristmasTree.org)

NOTE:  Did you know the first artifical tree was made in early 1930s.

HISTORY of the Christmas Wreath

The wreath is one of the most popular decorations during the Christmas holiday season.  Wreaths have been used as a decorative sign of Christmas for hundreds of years.

The evergreen symbolizes growth & everlasting life.  The wreath is circular in shape which represents eternity, for it has no beginning and no end.  It represents an unending circle of life.

Meaning of the Christmas WREATH

The Christmas wreath has evolved into a sign of WELCOMING and an acknowledgment of HOLIDAY CHEER for the season that emphasizes generosity, giving & the gathering of loved ones.

Walter & John Joe (cousin) enjoying the fresh environment--No pesticides used HERE!

History of the Christmas TREE

• The beginning of the CHRISTMAS TREE  tradition took place in Germany during the sixteenth century with table trees. 
• In America, the Christmas tree became the Large, beautiful, full-size tree. The first Christmas TREE in America was in Bethlehem, PA in 1747.

RIBBONS

Let us know what ribbon you would prefer.  Our stock is limited BUT we try to have lots of different choices.  Call 845-820-0292 to discuss with JeanneLYNN what is available.  The sooner you can let us know your choices, we can alert our suppliers if we are out of stock.  For example, we have purple but a limited amount.  We have mauve in a limited amount.  There is Hunter Green in limited supply but can probably get more if you give us some lead time.

Dwarf Spruce Tree

These are great live trees.  Read our care label.

Grave Blanket with Thin Ribbon with 2 pins

Port Jervis received their FIRST SNOW for the season.  A little over a month remaining.  Let us know if we can help you with your HOLIDAY plans.

CARE FOR THE LIVING TREE WHILE IN THE HOUSE!

CARE FOR THE LIVING TREE WHILE IN THE HOUSE!

THIS IS A LIVING TREE

Small Crosses 2014- $29.95

Made from Fresh Fraser Fir direct from our FARM.

Shipping is available if you are unable to visit our Christmas Design Shoppe in Port Jervis, NY 12771

We accept MC & VISA--You must provide your account number, zip code, the name listed on your account , security code from the back of the card and a contact phone number.  Call 845-820-0292 if you have any questions or to place an order.

SAMPLE below:

Thanks for checking out the New Roucken Christmas Center BLOG!

Walter & John Joe Norman are back from the Tree FARM.  Walter is now accepting Cross, Grave Blanket & Wreath ORDERS.

Walter makes wreaths sizes 24", 30", 36" & 4 ft.  These are ring sizes SO the wreath is much bigger.

JeanneLYNN  & Michelle design the wreaths from size 8" - 36"  We are no longer decorating 4 ft. size. 

All wreaths are FOB Port Jervis or FOB Brigantine, NJ (the Jersey orders must be placed no later than Nov 20 so Michelle can pick them up when she is visiting for Thanksgiving.)

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