5 things the pros always do when buying a real Christmas tree from a supermarket – it could cost you a fresh, healthy tree if you don’t

A blue-painted living room with a white fireplace decorated for Christmas with festive lights and a Christmas tree next to it.

Your local supermarket is often a great place to pick up a real Christmas tree, and if you plan on doing so, experts have revealed five things to look out for so you can bring the best tree possible home.

As much as I love how stylish the best artificial Christmas trees can look, sometimes you just can’t beat the real thing, and with supermarkets such as Aldi offering the cheapest real trees on the market, real trees are a great, accessible option, too.