Are you looking for the perfect Christmas tree? This drought makes it difficult!

Are you looking for the perfect Christmas tree? This drought makes it difficult!

In Cologne, the city fathers are already preparing for the festive season. A central component of the Christmas market is traditionally the large, decorated Christmas tree, which welcomes visitors from afar. But this year the search for the perfect tree could be a challenge. Because of the extreme drought and other capsoles of weather, the question remains open: where if you don't steal?

Anton K., a person responsible for organizing the market, reports that the city is on the hunt for an evenly grown, healthy fir tree. This should be at least 15 meters high, have a straight trunk and be free -standing. The property must also be easily accessible so that the tree can be felled with heavy equipment and can be loaded. The collection is free of charge for the donor, and a crane and a low loader must be available. A wise step that this tree would be a real eye -catcher on the market that is visited by numerous Cologne and tourists.

challenges in tree search

The search for the suitable tree is not only difficult, but in the worst case could lead to an alternative without a Christmas tree, as [weekly courier] reports. In view of the environmental influences, those responsible must become creative and possibly look for other solutions.

One of the most sought -after fir species is the Nordmann fir, which is considered the most popular Christmas tree in Germany and is very popular due to its resistance and beautiful form. These trees originally come from Georgia and need over ten years to reach the desired size, as the [Goethe website] summarizes. Many of the Nordmann firs, which we admire in the German living rooms, were planted in nurseries that are optimal for growth.

The trip of the Christmas trees

ANY 24 million Christmas trees are sold in Germany annually, with the Nordmann fir having an impressive market share of 75%, as [Deutschlandfunk] shows. These trees not only have to bred, but also come to our home with a sophisticated supply chain. The seeds are laboriously picked in Georgia, and after transporting to Germany, rearing begins in the tree nurseries. Here in Germany there are between 30,000 and 50,000 hectares, and up to 7,500 people work in the Christmas tree business - an impressive number.

While the preparations for the Christmas market are progressing, those responsible are required to counter the dilemma of the shortage of tree. Contact with Petra Stübner, who acts as a contact person, could be helpful for potential tree dispensers. It can be reached on 03522/304133 or by email at pstuebner@stadt.grossenhain.de. If you want to provide a tree, you should also have details such as the location and the type of tree.

In a time when environmental awareness and sustainability are more in focus than ever, the discussion about the procurement of the Christmas tree could prove innovative. Perhaps the city also has a few creative ideas ready to make this important symbol of the Christmas season shine.

A Christmas tree is not only a piece of nature in our living rooms, but also a symbol of tradition and conviviality that connects generations.