Over 25 million real Christmas trees were sold in the United States in 2015, and between 20 and 30 million artificial trees were purchased, according to the National Christmas Tree Association.
If you’re one of the many people who have an artificial tree, you may be wondering what to do with it when the holiday season is over. Here are 10 modern ways to dispose of your artificial Christmas tree!
Toss it in among your other donations to a local cause.
Avoid landfill waste by giving your fake Christmas tree to a good cause. Donating your tree to a charity is an excellent idea because many organizations welcome used goods.
Take orders online
You can make some extra cash by selling your old artificial Christmas tree on the internet. Depending on its condition, you could obtain several hundred dollars by selling your old tree on one of the many websites that specialize in the purchase and sale of secondhand goods.
Reuse or recycle
You can recycle your fake Christmas tree if you don’t want to sell it or give it away. Plastic trees can be recycled at most local facilities, where they will typically be melted down and used.
Donate to someone you care about
Donating your artificial Christmas tree to a friend or relative is an option if you no longer have space for it but still enjoy the holiday tradition. They may find a nice home for it there, and you may rest easy knowing that you aren’t responsible for its disposal.
Decorate for Halloween.
The holiday season may be over, but that doesn’t mean you have to put away your fake Christmas tree just yet. This can be accomplished in a number of exciting ways.
Keep in the basement, garage, or attic.
If you’d like to reuse the same tree next season, this is a practical solution.
It would be great for the wildlife in your backyard, so go ahead and hang it up.
Your artificial Christmas tree can be put in the backyard for the benefit of wildlife instead of being recycled or stored. The kids may have fun in and around the tree, and you won’t have to worry about it taking up valuable floor space in your home.
Put to good use as a decorative element in your yard.
You may use it to decorate your outdoor space for the holidays without worrying about storage space.
Convert into a flower pot.
Making a planter out of your fake Christmas tree is a creative alternative to throwing it away. It can be used for growing plants or flowers and will give your landscape a unique look.
Put on display as home decor.
You can use your artificial Christmas tree as a home accent if you don’t want to throw it out but don’t have anywhere to put it. There are various approaches to this, and you might be able to find a home for it that isn’t too cumbersome.