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Pine or plastic — which Christmas tree is better for the planet? For the eco-conscious, the needling question remains something of a head-scratcher. While artificial firs can be used year after year, ...

There are many upsides to using an artificial Christmas tree instead of a real one ... If your current tree is looking worse for wear or you’re ready to make the switch from real to real-looking, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Decorating the house for the holidays and putting up the Christmas tree are time-honored traditions that ...

It's time to discuss one of the perennial debates of the holiday season: Which are more eco-friendly, real trees or their fake counterparts? If you ask Tim O'Connor, executive director of the National ...

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Christmas came and went in just days. And now, the trees are coming down. But how you tuck away your artificial tree can make a big difference in whether it lasts 10 years or if you need to buy a new ...

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