Los Angeles Christmas Trees: Why It’s Smart to Order Your 2026 Tree Early
Christmas may feel far away in June, but for families who want a fresh, beautiful, real Christmas tree in Los Angeles, now is the right time to start planning. At Santa & Sons Christmas Trees, we make it easy to browse and order your Christmas tree online before the holiday rush begins. Whether you already […]
What I Look For (and Avoid) When Shopping for a REAL Christmas Tree
As someone who loves the tradition of choosing a real Christmas tree, I’ve discovered that not all lots are created equal. Some feel more like a scene from a holiday horror movie than a place to make warm memories. After finding Santa & Sons Christmas Trees, I finally understand what great service should look like—and […]
5 FAQs About Christmas Trees – 2025
The holiday season is almost here! We know choosing the perfect tree can raise lots of questions, from fragrance to freshness to decoration tips. Here are the answers to the most common questions we get this November. Pro Tip: You can order online now for delivery once the season officially starts and make sure your holiday […]
What Should You Put in Your Christmas Tree Water?
We’ve all heard the holiday hacks—add sugar! Use 7-Up! Toss in aspirin! But when it comes to caring for your real Christmas tree, the best thing you can put in the water is… just water. 💧 Keep It Simple: No Additives Needed There’s no need to turn your tree stand into a science experiment. ❌ […]
How to Pick a Fresh Christmas Tree: 4 Expert Tips
There’s nothing like the scent of a fresh-cut Christmas tree filling your home during the holidays—but not all trees are created equal when it comes to freshness. The truth is, freshness isn’t just about when the tree was cut. It’s about how the tree has been handled every step of the way between the farm […]
What’s the Deal with Making a Fresh Cut on Your Christmas Tree?
If you’ve ever wondered why Christmas tree sellers talk about making a “fresh cut,” here’s the deal—it’s not just tradition, it’s essential for keeping your tree hydrated and healthy all season long. 🌲 Why a Fresh Cut Matters When a Christmas tree is harvested, sap immediately begins to seal the exposed trunk. That’s a natural […]
When Is the Best Time to Buy a Real Christmas Tree?
If it feels like the holiday season starts earlier every year, you’re not imagining things. Stores deck the halls before Halloween, and holiday playlists start spinning well before the turkey hits the table. But when it comes to real Christmas trees, early isn’t always better. The Sweet Spot for Freshness: Early December For in-person shoppers, […]
How to Choose the Right Size Christmas Tree for Your Home
Avoid the #1 Christmas Tree Buying Mistake (Hint: It’s the Size) At Santa & Sons Christmas Trees in Los Angeles, one of the most common issues we see year after year is this: customers buying a Christmas tree that’s way too big for their space. It’s a holiday classic—squeezing a majestic 10-footer into an 8-foot […]
The Third Life Of An Abandoned Tree Field
Our farm predominately survived the Holiday Tree Farm Fire in Oregon, here’s what happens next Last June we made a post, The Second Life of an Abandoned Tree Field, telling you about a project we had been undertaking to turn an abandoned tree field into a supply of specialty trees and wreath materials. Never could we […]
Return of Wet Winter Weather Is Welcome Relief!
Two years of favorable weather conditions were all that was needed for our young Christmas trees to take root. During four years of struggle with drought from 2017 onwards, we faced declining seedling survival rates and drastically reduced growth rates on the younger trees. Then came the massively destructive forest fire in September of 2020, […]