Evergreen trees are incredibly fascinating! They provide us with so many benefits, such as providing oxygen and giving the landscape a punch of beauty year-round. Did you know that evergreens can even absorb noise pollution? So next time you go for a nature walk, appreciate all of the amazing work evergreen trees are doing to make our environment more livable. Evergreen trees are an indispensable part of the natural world. They provide a year-round splash of beauty and grandeur with their deep green needles and strong, distinctive shapes. Plus, evergreens have such a special kind of charm – whether it’s in the majesty of soaring pines or in the romantic silhouette of a tall cedar following you through a meadow. For any nature lover, an evergreen tree is a must-see! Go look at them today!
HISTORY OF THE EVERGREEN AS A CHRISTMAS TREE
Did you know that the traditional evergreen Christmas tree is believed to have originated in ancient Greece? They were likely adorned with apples and other fruit to symbolize the Garden of Eden. Today, these trees might be decorated with electric lights or glass balls, but either way they are a festive symbol of the holidays! Adorning your home with an evergreen Christmas tree is a fun and timeless way to bring in the spirit of the season. For many families, gathering around these festive decorations has become an essential part of traditional celebrations. So if you’re feeling nostalgic, why not make your own memories this year and pick out a magnificent evergreen tree that will bring peace and joy into your home!
FIVE THINGS ABOUT EVERGREEN TREES
- Not all evergreen trees have needles! Some species have leathery leaves that can be scaled down or tucked underneath branches in cold winter weather. You’ll find conifers with this leaf type in warmer climates such as North Africa and California.
- Pinecones can stay closed for years. When temperatures warm up, the resin holding the scales together melts and the cone opens – releasing its seeds to take flight!
- Evergreens absorb more carbon dioxide than other trees – making them valuable carbon ‘sinks’. Not only do they help clean the air we breathe, they also provide habitats to wildlife!
- A group of cedar trees is sometimes referred to as a “Christmas University” because during the holiday season these trees turn into lecture halls full of hibernating birds!
- Evergreen branches are often used to make wreaths which symbolize eternity – how fitting!
HOW TO CELEBRATE LOOK FOR AN EVERGREEN DAY
- If you did not get your Christmas tree yet, go today! Use this national database.
- Use the “What Tree is This” tool to identify trees on the Arbor Day Foundation website.
- Purchase a new live evergreen for your home. Or an artificial one.
- Watch, “7 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Christmas Tree.”
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