I recently moved into a townhouse and am planning to purchase my first cut Christmas tree and would like some advice on purchasing a quality tree and caring for it. — Peter Murphy, Evanston I prefer ...

The unmistakable scent of pine and the enduring tradition of a real Christmas tree are central to many festive celebrations. However, the pursuit of a budget-friendly tree often leads to ...

Ah, December, the month when many people bring a little—or not-so-little—piece of the great outdoors inside in the form of a Christmas tree. But what kind of care does a felled tree need to look and ...