Jill Sidebottom, a spokesperson for the National Christmas Tree Association, says real Christmas trees are actually better for the environment than artificial ones.  She says real trees can take 10-12 years to get to full-grown size, and can be recycled easier. 
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Jill Sidebottom, a spokesperson for the National Christmas Tree Association, says real Christmas trees are actually better for the environment than artificial ones. She says real trees can take 10-12 years to get to full-grown size, and can be recycled easier. Credit: © MEEGAN M. REID/KITSAP SUN / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Christmas Tree Association points out that most artifical trees aren't 'recycleable'

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Christmas Tree Association points out that most artifical trees aren't 'recycleable'

Christmas Tree Association points out that most artifical trees aren't 'recycleable'