It’s time for Christmas trees, Montreal.
If you don’t want to take the rugged root and chop down your own tree, the beautiful and timeless Atwater Market is selling hundreds of Christmas trees.
Trees in all shapes, sizes, and smells are now available, courtesy of dozens of local merchants.
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The historic market has balsam, falsam, and fraser fir trees available, ranging from $54.99 to $89.99 (relative to the treeâs size).
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Here is a more detailed list of all the available trees, including the specifications of what each fir brings to the table. Or, more specifically, your living room.
Balsam Fir
Balsam fir trees are the traditional type of Christmas tree. Of all the fir trees, they are the most fragrant. If you want to make a splash through smell, Balsam fir is the go-to.
The following local merchants will be selling Balsam fir Christmas trees at the market:
- Chez Michel
- Sapiniers
- Les Sapins de Noël Patrick & Noël Roy
- Maison des Jeunes lâEscalier de Lachine inc
- Richard Marois
- Sapins Filion
Falsam Fir
Falsam fir trees are crosses between Balsam and Fraser fir trees. They’re both fragrant and resistant.
The following local merchants will be selling Falsam fir Christmas trees at the market:
- Chez Michel
- Sapiniers
- Les Sapins de Noël Patrick & Noël Roy
- Maison des Jeunes lâEscalier de Lachine inc
- Richard Marois
- Sapins Filion
Fraser Fir
The Fraser fir is the most resistant of all the firs. Its branches are strong, and it has excellent needle retention. If you’re going big on decoration, these are the winners.
The following local merchants will be selling Fraser fir Christmas trees at the market:
- Chez Michel
- Sapiniers
- Les Sapins de Noël Patrick & Noël Roy
- Maison des Jeunes lâEscalier de Lachine inc
- Richard Marois
- Sapins Filion
Christmas branches
The Atwater Market has more than Christmas trees. If you want natural decor, the market is selling a wide range of locally made wreaths.
Over 25 types *cedar, red pine, white pine, Norway spruce, fir, birch, dogwood, etc.) are available from the following merchants:
- Sapiniers
- Les Sapins de Noël Patrick & Noël Roy
- Maison des Jeunes lâEscalier de Lachine inc
- Sapins Filion
Besides Christmas needs, the Atwater Market is an obvious go-to spot for a selection of holiday shopping, including bakers and pastries, cheeses, liquor, meat, flowers, fish, sweets, fruits, and vegetables.
Located at 138 Avenue Atwater, the market is open every day from 9 am to 6 pm and until 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Christmas trees will be available for purchase every day until early January.