10 places you can buy a live Christmas tree in Montreal

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A couple days into December means it’s the perfect time to go out and pick a beautiful Christmas tree. You know, without people giving you the “it’s too early” spiel.

From garlands and wreaths to ornaments and miniature villages, the most important piece to any holiday’s decor is the tree.

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Whether you want a rustic outdoorsy experience or something quick and painless, the way you choose to decorate your tree is what makes it special and these 10 spots have got you covered.

Besides, without it, where else would the jolly ol’ fella know where his cookies are set up?

Jean Talon Market

Jean-Talon Market is one of several public markets in the city that sells live Christmas trees. After picking out your tree, take a gander through the historic market and cross off a variety of other holiday items off your list.

Where: 7070 Avenue Henri-Julien

Rona

The home hardware store started selling live Christmas trees at the end of November. Head to your local store and choose amongst a plethora of fresh trees. This is a simple and convenient option for families that don’t feel like travelling off-island.

Where: Various locations

IKEA

Surprisingly enough, you can get more than modern furniture at this Swedish mega-chain. They sell live Christmas trees for just $20 and they even donate a portion of their proceeds to Tree Canada, a non-profit organization that plants trees.

Where: 9191 Boulevard Cavendish

Atwater Market

It’s December which means the Atwater Market has the holiday festivities into high gear. This outdoor market will fill up with Christmas trees as far as the eye can see. Whether you’re after a balsam or a Fraser fir, this Montreal landmark has got your back.

Where: 138 Avenue Atwater

Home Depot

Home Depot always has an assortment of live Christmas trees available for purchase. Just like the farms, they will wrap them up for you so they’ll fit right in your car. Be sure to check your local flyers for deals on trees ranging from four to 10 feet.

Where: Various locations

Festival Noel Dans Le Parc

Three Montreal parks will be turned into a holiday paradise this December thanks to Festival Noels Dans Le Parc. Taking place from now until Christmas Day, each of the three participating parks will be filled with holiday activities like marshmallow roasting, bonfires, gift stands, and of course, Santa-sightings.

However, in addition to these fun activities, each park will have a small Christmas tree lot on site in case festival-goers feel the urge to buy this year’s Christmas tree right then and there.

Where: Place Emilie Gamelin, Parc Lahaie, Parc Parc Des Compagnons De Saint-Laurent

Quinn Farm

This multi-purpose farm offers sweet and juicy strawberries in the summer, pumpkins in the fall, and of course, Christmas trees in the winter. If you want the ultimate outdoors experience, head to Quinn Farm with your family. They sell pre-cut trees but you can also go full ‘Clark Griswold’ and take your own axe to a tree if that entices you.

Where: 2495 Boulevard Perrot, Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot