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Christmas Trees
Decorating a Christmas tree is a traditional Christmas activity. After the lights are on and the ornaments are hung, the gifts are placed underneath. Trees can be real or artificial, and are decorated in a variety of fashions. They can also be quite a challenge to keep upright if you have toddlers or cats.
356 Questions
What president had the first Christmas tree?
Benjamin Harrison was the first to bring a cut tree into the White House to decorate for Christmas.
Franklin Pierce was the first president to have a Christmas tree while he was President. He had a tree on the White House lawn decorated for Christmas.
How long does it take for a Christmas tree to mature?
It depends upon the variety and type of Christmas tree.
Popular Christmas trees include the following varieties and number of years
in the field to reach a mature average Christmas tree height of six to seven feet tall:
Fir Trees = Five to Ten years depending on type
Types include: Balsam Fir, Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir (White Fir),
Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Grand Fir, Noble Fir
Pine Trees = Six to Eight years depending on type
Types include: Scotch Pine, Virginia Pine, White Pine
Spruce Trees = Seven to Ten years depending on type
Types include: Colorado Blue Spruce , Norway Spruce, White Spruce
What is the Christmas tree capital of the world?
In sanfernando city pampanga which called as a "christmas capital of the phiippines " where they famous in largest lantern who very bg and give light in one simple time or "christmas"
Do Methodists have a Christmas tree?
We most certainly do! With the start of the Advent Season, Christmas is one of the busiest times in the Methodist year.
Why do you have fairy light's on Christmas trees?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_lights During the medieval period[citation needed], special candles were often lit at Christmas, symbolic of Jesus role as the light of the world.[citation needed] The phenomena of the Christingle is also closely related.[citation needed] The illuminated Christmas tree, which is considered by many[citation needed] to be the start of the development of modern Christmas lighting traditions, is commonly associated with Martin Luther, and became part of a European Christmas from his time. The illuminated Christmas tree became established in the United Kingdom during Queen Victoria's reign, and through emigration spread to North America and Australia. Until the development of inexpensive electrical power in the mid nineteenth century, miniature candles were commonly (and in some cultures still are) used. First Christmas tree with electric lights, in the home of Edward H. Johnson in New York City - December 22, 1882.
The first known electrically illuminated Christmas tree was the creation of Edward H. Johnson, an associate of inventor Thomas Edison. While he was vice president of the Edison Electric Light Company, a predecessor of today's Con Edison electric utility, he had Christmas tree light bulbs especially made for him. He proudly displayed his Christmas tree, which was hand-wired with 80 red, white and blue electric incandescent light bulbs the size of walnuts, on December 22, 1882 at his home on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Local newspapers ignored the story, seeing it as a publicity stunt. However, it was published by a Detroit newspaper reporter, and Johnson has become widely regarded as the Father of Electric Christmas Tree Lights. By 1900, businesses started stringing up Christmas lights behind their windows.[1] Christmas lights were too expensive for the average person; as such, electric Christmas lights did not become the majority replacement for candles until 1930.[2] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_lights During the medieval period[citation needed], special candles were often lit at Christmas, symbolic of Jesus role as the light of the world.[citation needed] The phenomena of the Christingle is also closely related.[citation needed] The illuminated Christmas tree, which is considered by many[citation needed] to be the start of the development of modern Christmas lighting traditions, is commonly associated with Martin Luther, and became part of a European Christmas from his time. The illuminated Christmas tree became established in the United Kingdom during Queen Victoria's reign, and through emigration spread to North America and Australia. Until the development of inexpensive electrical power in the mid nineteenth century, miniature candles were commonly (and in some cultures still are) used. First Christmas tree with electric lights, in the home of Edward H. Johnson in New York City - December 22, 1882.
The first known electrically illuminated Christmas tree was the creation of Edward H. Johnson, an associate of inventor Thomas Edison. While he was vice president of the Edison Electric Light Company, a predecessor of today's Con Edison electric utility, he had Christmas tree light bulbs especially made for him. He proudly displayed his Christmas tree, which was hand-wired with 80 red, white and blue electric incandescent light bulbs the size of walnuts, on December 22, 1882 at his home on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Local newspapers ignored the story, seeing it as a publicity stunt. However, it was published by a Detroit newspaper reporter, and Johnson has become widely regarded as the Father of Electric Christmas Tree Lights. By 1900, businesses started stringing up Christmas lights behind their windows.[1] Christmas lights were too expensive for the average person; as such, electric Christmas lights did not become the majority replacement for candles until 1930.[2]
What are the most popular Christmas trees?
The most popular trees are the balsam fir, Douglas fir, Fraser fir, noble fir, Scotch pine, Virginia pine, and white pine.
Why do you put a Christmas tree in chrimas?
first thing first check your spelling its Christmas well i think it is because of this Germanic tribes lighted trees (Tannenbaum) and celebrated the fest of light (Lichtfest) around the shortest day of the year, December 21. The Christmas tree is dated to 16th century Germany, and it was popularised across the Western world in the 18th and 19th centuries.
What do you put on top a Christmas tree?
Angels, a star at the very top, lights (including fake candles with glass flames), Christmas balls, gingerbread men, little angel, etc. The star is because of the star in the Bible that the wise men followed to where Jesus was.
Why is the Christmas tree a Christmas symbol?
Many people believe the Christmas tree tradition to be relatively new, brought from Germany by Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria. However the fir trees' relationship to Christianity goes much further back to the days of St.Boniface over a 1000 yrs ago. It is said that St.Bonifice, who converted the Germans to Christianity, came across a group of pagans worshipping an oak tree and became so angry that he cut it down. He was amazed as from beneath its roots a small fir tree began to grow, and he took it as a sign of Christianity. However it wasn't until the 16th century the trees were brought inside.
How do you keep your Christmas tree alive?
how to keep you Christmas tree moist?
water every 2-3 days and i also find unseeing a spray bottle to keep the leaves wet or at least damp dose some good for the (Christmas tree) or tree
Why do you decorate Christmas trees?
Some have attributed the first "Christmas tree" to 15th century BC Babylon, spoken of in Jeremiah 10. However, Jeremiah is speaking of idol worship, and more specifically, idol construction. The reference to "tree" should be interpreted as "wood" or "lumber", as a construction material, which was shaped with a chisel (v. 3) and adorned (or decorated) with hammered (v. 9) silver and gold and attached with nails (v. 4), much like the "golden calf" in Exodus 32.
The true Christmas tree obviously had to originate after Christ! The tradition of decorating an evergreen tree (which is what we associate with a "Christmas" tree) started in Germany and Livonia in the 16th century. Lights (originally candles), ornaments, garlands and candy canes are very much from Germany, where they have shops selling Christmas items all year round.
Why did they use an evergreen tree? Just listen to the words of "O Tannenbaum" to get an idea of how cool the Germans think evergreen is (even though the words of the song were not written until 1824).
What trees do they use in India at Christmas?
Trees in India known for their grandeur and majesty are like the green pearl in the Indian crown. Trees occupy the important place in the history of India. Trees have always been associated with wisdom and immorality in India. Hindu literature describes a celestial tree as having its roots in the heaven and its branches in the underworld that unites and connects beings of every kind. Banyan is the National Tree of India. India's medicinal are no less diverse. Peepal, banyan (Bodhi tree), banana, and Tulsi are some of the plants that holds special cultural and religious significance in India. Indian Rosewood, Kikar, Aleo Vera, Ashwagandha, Cork, Brahmi, Sal, Khair and Garden Asparagus are some of the popular trees grown in India.
Why do you put angels on the Christmas tree?
The Christmas tree represents the tree in the Garden of Eden. It used to be put up on December 24th - Christmas Eve - which was counted as the feast of Adam and Eve. The ball ornaments represent the fruit on the tree (Early trees had real fruit).
Can Muslims have a Christmas tree?
Generally speaking, no, Muslims do not celebrate Christmas. According to the scriptures, the celebration of Non Islamic religious festivals is not permitted. However it's not to say no Muslims celebrate Christmas or or make a small gesture like having Christmas dinner, exchanging gifts or getting the day off work etc. This may be for a myriad of reasons. Their families may not be Muslims so they still celebrate it as a family affair and some people may see Christmas as more of a national tradition rather than religious, for others it may have something to do with school or work etc, invitation by friends or neighbours and some may wish to learn about or sample other cultures. Not all Muslims are devoutly religious, there are many liberal ones who don't practice Islam by the book so would have a different outlook.
What is the reason for having a Christmas tree?
I'm not sure why it is significant. it is probably just for decoration.
prince albert brought the tradition to Britain, from Germany, during Victorian times. that info might help you research it.
Who popularised the Christmas tree in this country?
In view of the fact that questions to Wikianswers are asked from a number of countries in the world, how should we know what you mean by 'this country'. The custon became widespread, in Britain, after Queen Victosia's marriage to Prince Albert in 1841. Queen Victoaia had already made reference to a 'tree in her room' in 1832
What song has the Christmas tree in it?
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can'st give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can'st give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can'st give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee! !"
Where did the triditional of the Christmas tree come from?
It began in the Middle East, trees were traditionally cut down, brought into the home, and decorated, just as xmas trees are today. Evergreens are a natural symbol of hope and the promise of renewed life in the spring during a time when most plants are barren in European climates. Today, the Christmas tree is the most famous and widely used legacy of this tradition that predates Christianity.
How much sugar do you put in with the water for your Christmas tree?
1 gallon. Then use the ants as decorations.
What do you hang on Christmas trees?
Ornaments! Also, pictures of your family members tied on with string, perhaps a lovely star, and an angel at the top. Some people hang lights, popcorn strings and garlands. We always put red ribbons, tiny little models of birds, and multi-colored flower blooms as well. Then we'd toss handfuls of "icicles" over it, for effect.
What country first used the tradition of Christmas trees?
more than 5 million years ago at the birth of christ!
The birth of Christ took place 2,011 years ago if our calendar is accurate. "BC" means "Before Christ." "AD" is Latin and stands for "Ano Domni" or translated, "The Year of Our Lord." I'll give you Bethlehem but I'm thinking no one called that night Christmas that particular year.
What tree is the Christmas tree?
Cedar The above answer is wrong. The most common trees for Christmas trees are firs. The varieties used depend on the continent, Europe using Silver Firs and Nordman Firs, and North America using Balsam and Fraser Firs. Spruce is also a pretty tree but very hard to decorate and loses its needles quicker.
Why do you use the Christmas tree to celebrate Christmas?
Because it's an ancient pre-christian pagan tradition, at first disapproved of by christians, then later co-opted by them. See Isiah 10:1-5 - the King James Version reads: "Thus saith the Lord, Learn not the way of the heathen.... For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe. They deck it with silver and with gold; they fasten it with nails and with hammers, that it move not.
What does the garland represent on the Christmas tree?
Christmas trees were first decorated with apples, strings of popcorn, white candy canes, and pastries in the shape of stars, hearts, and flowers - things that children were able to collect from the tree and enjoy!
The first glass baubles or ornaments were garlands of glass beads that looked like the strings of popcorn! Tin figures were also made that could be hung on the tree.
