Real trees are more environmentally friendly than their artificial counterparts
-trees remove toxic carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release healthy oxygen in its place
-for every tree that is cut down, another is planted in its place
-each acre of trees provide enough oxygen to sustain 18 people
-artificial trees are made of plastic which leeches toxins into the environment that are hazardous to our health; moreover, plastic wastes gallons of oil and water in its production
-buying local trees cuts lessens our carbon footprint by reducing the need to use large trucks to carry trees across long distances
-our farm provides a place for wildlife to live and thrive (Alouette Tree Farm plays host to myriad wildlife such as deer, bear, owls, beavers, raccoons, coyotes, bobcats, birds, frogs, snakes and rabbits)
-trees are a renewable resource
-Christmas trees are hardy growers and will often thrive in areas no other crop could, sustaining the soil in the process
-live trees can be planted in your backyard after the holidays. Each year you can trim your outdoor tree for the neighbourhood to enjoy.
To further reduce your carbon footprint, take your tree to your local chipper who will create a reusable mulch from it.
For more information on enjoying a "greener" holiday, visit http://green.yahoo.com/blog/greenpicks/46/oh-christmas-tree-oh-green-christmas-tree.html
