The Coalition of Environmentally Conscious Growers urges consumers to buy a real Christmas Tree this season. Here are some things to consider when making your choice this holiday:
Artificial Christmas Trees were recently added to the Center for Health, Environment & Justice's list of products containing polyvinyl chloride, or PVC.
Real Christmas Trees decompose rather than accumulate in landfills for hundreds of years. They can be recycled and turned into mulch for use in parks and erosion control.
Real Christmas Trees are natural products of the U.S., contributing to the nation's economy.
Real Christmas Trees are a renewable resource. They are harvested like any other crop, and for every tree that is cut, one to two are planted in its place. They contribute to the environment by providing a habitat for wildlife and creating oxygen.
Source: The Bulletin, California Christmas Tree Association, Fall 2009