Companion Christmas Trees Enhance Your Holiday Merriment

Nov 14th 2022

It’s likely someone in your neighborhood has adorned their home with multiple Christmas trees this year. According to the American Christmas Tree Association, nearly 10% of American households with Christmas trees showcase two or more. In fact, approximately 6.5 million families erected both a real and artificial tree during the 2021 festive season, as reported by the ACTA.

This raises the question: Why?

“With the vast array of Christmas tree options, colors, sizes, species, shapes, and price ranges, it’s delightful for families to integrate Christmas trees throughout their home and into outdoor holiday decor,” says Jami Warner, ACTA’s executive director.

The appeal of multiple Christmas trees has persisted for at least a decade and continues as a niche but enduring trend. For some families, it alleviates the “artificial versus real Christmas tree” debate. By getting one of each, everyone finds contentment. For others, having several Christmas trees allows them to relish their beauty in various parts of their home.

However, introducing a second (or third, fourth, or fifth!) Christmas tree can lead to another dilemma. How should it be decorated?

Keep reading to discover some popular decorating ideas for multiple Christmas trees.

Diverse Rooms, Distinct Christmas Tree Designs

Even with the trend toward open floor plans, many homes still feature separate kitchen, dining, living, and family rooms, divided by walls that can obscure the view of a beautifully adorned tree. You invest time decorating a tree that’s up for a limited period – often in a room seldom used. Having multiple Christmas trees in multiple rooms allows you to enjoy the festive atmosphere wherever you are in your house.

Owning several Christmas trees also enables you to experiment with designs. For example, you can decorate a traditional green Christmas tree in one room and a flocked or colorful Christmas tree in another. Some families opt for a formal Christmas tree in a front window or the room where they host guests, while keeping a family tree or a kids’ Christmas tree in a more casual space, like the family room.

Themed Christmas Trees

Having two different Christmas trees lets you play with Christmas tree themes without giving up tradition. Place the family tree with all your cherished ornaments in one room, then experiment with colors, styles, or decor on another tree elsewhere in your home.

Christmas tree themes provide endless possibilities for variation. Choose a color you adore or a particular decor style. Today, there are thousands of stunning and unique Christmas tree ornaments available to support any number of Christmas tree themes. Have fun with an “edible” tree featuring food and beverages. Try a whimsical pastel gingerbread theme or let your tree gleam with trendy metallic decorations. A black and white Christmas tree pairs magnificently with a farmhouse decor – especially when you start with a white or black Christmas tree.

Twin Christmas Trees

Identical twin Christmas trees styled and decorated in the same way can create a dramatic effect. Symmetry is key here. For instance, place matching Christmas trees on either side of a fireplace or a large piece of furniture.

Companion Christmas Trees

Another striking way to include multiple Christmas trees is by using trees of varying heights but matching styles. Often, these companion Christmas trees are positioned side by side. Enhance the effect by elevating a petite or potted Christmas tree on a pedestal or table.

Christmas Tree Clusters

If one Christmas tree in your home is beautiful, a collection of trees can be awe-inspiring. For the maximalist Christmas decorator with ample space, a meticulously decorated Christmas tree cluster represents the pinnacle of holiday decor.

A cluster of Christmas trees can be similarly decorated or left undecorated. The most successful clusters group trees of a similar style but varied heights. Utilize similar lights and decorations for a cohesive appearance.

If you’re concerned about a cluttered look, use fewer decorations – or none at all – relying solely on warm white lights for a gentle glow. Grouping two or three undecorated trees, especially rustic Alpine Christmas trees, can deliver a striking effect.

Tabletop Christmas Trees

Use tables, stools, and pedestals to strategically arrange multiple smaller trees. For example, elevate a petite Christmas tree off the floor next to a full-size tree, or decorate identical trees with one placed on a table. This allows you to create a visually appealing group of trees of different heights.

Entryway Christmas Trees

Twin topiaries, potted trees, or small Christmas trees flanking the front door are traditional holiday decorations. Whether plain or adorned, lit or unlit, entryway Christmas trees provide a classic greeting to your indoor holiday setup.

To create an even more impressive look, illuminate the walkway to your front door with twin rows of topiaries, resembling little Christmas sentinels for your entry.

Modern interpretations of this traditional topiary arrangement may include non-matching topiaries or potted trees. These might be different sizes, various but complementary styles, or arranged asymmetrically around the front door.

Alternatively, position a modestly decorated, illuminated Christmas tree in a corner of the front porch. If space permits, try grouping two or more bare trees to achieve a stunning rustic aesthetic.

Though multiple Christmas trees may not appeal to everyone, for those keen to embrace this trend, you’ll discover a wide variety of artificial Christmas trees in different styles and sizes, perfect for any Christmas tree grouping or design concept you can envision.

Explore our Christmas tree selection to envision the possibilities!

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