When deciding how to choose a Christmas tree, it’s important to pick one that suits your style and will bring joy to your home for many seasons. This guide will help you find the perfect tree for your space.
Height
A handy guideline is to leave around 30 centimetres between the top of your tree and the ceiling. This gives you enough space for a tree topper or decorative stand that adds a little extra height. At Balsam Hill, we measure our trees from the base to the very top tip.
Under 180 cm
Small in size, big on festive style, ideal for compact spaces.
180 to 205 cm
A great fit for apartments and cosy living rooms.
210 to 230 cm
Perfectly sized to suit the standard Australian home.
240 to 455 cm
Ideal for creating a stunning centrepiece in spacious living areas.
Shape
A tree’s shape helps you gauge how much space it will take up in your home. Choose a narrow or slim Christmas tree for smaller areas, and a wide, full one if you have plenty of room. Measure your available floor space and compare it with the Christmas tree’s dimensions to find the perfect fit.
1. Full
The most popular shape, featuring the classic silhouette of a natural Christmas tree.
2. Slim
Our slim and narrow Christmas trees are perfect for smaller spaces and corners.
3. Flatback
Space-saving trees that offer the look of a full-shaped design while sitting neatly against a wall or in a corner.
Realism
We design many Balsam Hill trees after real species, from the shape and texture of the needles to the nuances in colour. Best of all, they stay green year after year and need little to no upkeep.
Most Realistic
True to nature from tip to trunk, beautifully crafted to capture the look and charm of a real Christmas tree.
Realistic
Features a blend of foliage for a lifelike, full look, perfect for your Christmas celebrations.
Traditional
Classic Christmas tree designs that bring timeless festive charm and exceptional value.
Needle Type
We categorise needle types based on the material used. PVC needles are flat and papery, while polyethylene (PE) needles have more dimension. View our close-up photos or explore the Branch Sample Kit to learn more.
True Needle®
Injection-moulded PE needles that replicate the structure, texture, and colour variations of real trees.
Classic Needle
Soft, flat, and flexible PVC needles with a classic Christmas tree look.
reNEW™
Made with True Needle technology, crafted from 30 per cent recycled or plant-based plastic.
Species
Certain species may hold special meaning because they remind you of the Christmas tree you had growing up. That’s why we take inspiration from nature and create moulds from real branch clippings to craft lifelike Christmas trees.
Fir
Features dense branches with flat, flexible needles that sprout individually from each stem.
Spruce
Features rough branches with sharp, four-sided needle tips.
Pine
Features sparser branches around the trunk, with thin, clustered needles attached to each stem.
Colour
Depending on the species, real trees come in different shades of green, and the same is true for Balsam Hill trees. For example, the Blue Spruce has blue-green needles, while the Noble Fir has a grey tint. Some trees are multi-toned, like the Fraser Fir, with dark green tips and silvery undersides.
Lights
We also offer a range of Christmas tree lighting options to complement the rest of your festive decorations.
Pre-Lit
Comes with either incandescent or LED lights, which vary in efficiency and longevity. LED lights use less electricity and produce less heat than incandescent bulbs.
Unlit
Gives you the freedom to experiment with your own lights. For easier setup, choose a tree with Simple String® technology. Simply plug in compatible light strings, and you’ll have a custom pre-lit tree ready for next year.
Learn more about our Christmas tree light types
Set-Up
To make setup easier, we’ve incorporated exclusive technology into our premium Christmas trees.
Flip Trees®
No more heavy lifting. Simply wheel the tree base into place on its built-in rolling stand, flip it over, and attach the smaller treetop.
Easy Plug®
Light strings connect automatically through the trunk, so the only plug you need is the one that goes into the wall socket.
Pre-Fluffed®
Each tree is professionally hand-shaped before delivery. Strong memory wire branches fan out as you set it up, so fluffing takes less time.
Why Choose Balsam Hill Christmas Trees?
Special Welcome Kit
Each Balsam Hill Christmas tree comes with a lightweight premium steel stand, soft cotton gloves for fluffing, and storage bag or bags for the off-season. Pre-lit trees are also delivered with extra bulbs and fuses.
The Best Warranty
Enjoy a three-year warranty on all non-clearance trees. This covers the quality of the tree frame, foliage, hinges, stand, and the repair or replacement of lights on pre-lit Christmas trees. Visit our warranty page to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Choose a Quality Christmas Tree?
Focus on the materials, such as PE needles for a realistic look, a high branch tip count for fullness, flexible yet sturdy branches, and a reliable warranty for peace of mind.
What Is a Good Tip Count for a Christmas Tree?
This depends on the height of the tree, but generally, the higher the tip count, the fuller and more lifelike your tree will appear. For example, a 230-centimetre tree with around 1,500 to 2,500 tips usually looks lush and natural.
How Much Should I Spend on a Christmas Tree?
The price of a Christmas tree can range from about $150 to over $1,500, depending on size, realism, and added features such as lighting or storage bags. How much you spend ultimately depends on your budget and the level of quality you want.
Which Christmas Tree Looks the Most Realistic?
Balsam Hill trees made with our True Needle technology are renowned for their lifelike appearance. They’re designed to replicate the colour, texture, and structure of real evergreen needles, often featuring a variety of tip shapes and full, natural silhouettes.
How Do PE and PVC Needles Compare in Terms of Realism?
PE (polyethylene) needles are moulded to recreate the shape, texture, and colour of real evergreen needles, giving them a highly realistic look up close. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) needles are flatter and cut from sheets, offering a more classic appearance. Many Balsam Hill trees combine both materials to achieve a balance of natural realism and fullness.
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