Overview
- Industry guidance puts Nordmann firs at roughly 23–30 euros per meter, with regional sellers citing figures such as 25.50 euros in Dresden and 22 euros at a limited Rotenburg forestry sale.
- Producers and surveys report a clear shift to earlier purchases, with more than two thirds of buyers acquiring trees before the third Advent and some opting for secondary or smaller trees.
- The 2025 growing season delivered ample rain and little late frost, and producers describe strong quality across plantations.
- Nordmann firs remain the preferred choice by a wide margin, while cheaper options like blue spruce and spruce offer savings at the expense of needle retention in warm rooms.
- Environmental advice stresses regional, sustainably grown real trees, and analyses indicate artificial trees must be used for roughly 15–20 years to match the climate impact of natural trees.