It's time once again for the annual tradition of tree buying, hauling, positioning, decorating, and of course, sticker shock.
If you want to make the most of this family outing, consider cutting your own tree. Check out out the Georgia Christmas Tree Association's listings.
If your child's school, team, or troop is raising money with a Christmas tree sale you probably already know where you'll be buying your tree. For everyone else, here are the biggies:
Big John's Christmas Trees
Serving Atlanta since 1949, Big John's sells trees, wreaths, garlands, stands and lights. They stock many different kinds of trees. Ten locations: Ansley, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Cumming, Dunwoody, Johns Creek, Jones Bridge, Roswell, Vinings and Whitewater. The website features maps to each location.They will deliver and install, too. Trees arrive Nov. 17. www.bigjohnstrees.com.
Tradition Trees
Tradition Trees only sells fraser firs from North Carolina, from toddler size to way too tall for your living room. They also sell stands, wreaths and garlands. Need it delivered and installed? Check. Six locations: Sandy Springs, Chamblee, Little Five Points, Brookhaven, Suwanee and Duluth. Opens Nov. 18. traditiontrees.com.
Tree Elves
Brought to you by the King of Pops and his brother, shop for a tree online and have it delivered by an elf. An elf that may have sold you a popsicle during warmer months. You can also order popsicles, a wreath or a tree stand. The Tree Elves only sell fraser firs, grown in North Carolina. Pick up your tree at the one Atlanta location, 552 Decatur Street SE. www.treeelves.net.
Take good care of your tree with these tips from the Georgia Christmas Tree Association.
