Houston Public MediaDec 6, 2024

For Houston-area residents who haven't yet set up a Christmas tree, and would prefer to choose, chop down and decorate their own evergreen this season -- it's not too late. Here's where to find Christmas tree farms around the region.

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Here’s where to find Christmas tree farms near Houston

Similar to the effects of an urban forest, real trees can reduce noise and mental burden for consumers ahead of Christmas, according to a study from West Virginia University.

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Houston Public MediaNov 7, 2024

Around a hundred volunteers gathered to help plant the trees by hand as a part of Trees for Houston’s initiative.

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Trees for Houston plants over 100 trees

Trees for Houston has planted 800,000 trees in the city of Houston over the past 40 years. 

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Houston Public MediaMar 15, 2024

A local nonprofit will be giving away a variety of more than 3,000 fruit trees free of charge on Saturday. Cherry, peach, fig, pear and blueberry trees will be up for grabs while supplies last.

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Peach, blueberry and pear trees up for grabs at Houston tree drive Saturday

For road safety and depending on the amount of cars already in line, the event may start earlier, according to Trees for Houston. Each tree is three gallons, and attendees are limited to three trees per household, and two households per car. 

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