Costco Christmas Trees for the Holidays | Costco Live Christmas Trees — Our West Nest (2024)

The holidays aren’t far away at all, and the sooner you begin planning the better. I love Costco because it’s literally one stop shop and I can pick up everything from items for dinner, and even gifts. Of course you can’t forget about the most important thing - the tree - and luckily Costco does sell Christmas trees! If you’re on the fence about purchasing a Christmas tree from Costco, I’m here to answer all your questions! But to cut to the chase a bit, I love my Costco tree and I’m certain you will, too. These trees are high quality, long lasting and guaranteed by Costco’s satisfaction policy.

If you still need more convincing, read through these 11 frequently asked questions about Coscto Christmas trees below!

1 - Are Christmas Trees Available at Costco? Is Costco Selling Christmas Trees This Year?

So many want to know if Christmas trees are available at Costco. The answer is YES! Costco does carry Christmas trees and you can find one that will fit your taste. So if you happen to be shopping for a Christmas tree, you’ll definitely find one now!

2 - How Much are Costco Christmas Trees? How Much do Christmas Trees Cost at Costco?

Costco Christmas trees come at a variety of price points to meet anyone’s needs. The good thing is you can get a Christmas tree from Costco in just about any size or shape which impacts the pricing. You’ll also want to keep in mind that the cost of a Christmas tree at Costco will vary depending on your location.

3 - How Much are Live Christmas Trees at Costco?

Just like faux Costco Christmas trees, the prices of Costco Fresh Christmas trees vary. If you buy a Costco real Christmas tree you’ll end up spending less, but it’s more maintenance because you have to water it. If you end up getting a fresh Christmas tree from Costco, once the holidays are over you’ll have to get rid of it and purchase a new one the next holiday season.

How Do I Keep My Live Costco Christmas Tree Longer?

I mentioned more maintenance if you opt for a live, fresh Christmas tree from Costco. Here are a few ways to keep your Christmas tree alive:

• You’ll first want to make sure you choose a good, healthy live Christmas tree from Costco. Having a healthy tree to begin with makes all the difference.

• You’ll want to be sure to trim the trunk, or have it done for you.

• Make sure you water your fresh Christmas tree frequently. Your tree is a living plant and will need water to say healthy and live.

• Make sure your Christmas tree lights, and other décor are not too hot. You don’t want your fresh tree to catch fire!

4 - Will Costco Sell Live Christmas Trees this Year?

Unfortunately, Costco may not have as many live Christmas trees, if any, this year. If you’ve been following the news you know there’s been many droughts and forest fires in recent years caused by climate change. Many of the tree farms have been wiped out or haven’t produced enough trees to maturity.

It’s possible supply won’t fully recover until 2029. And that’s if we can get fires under control and recover from the extreme drought conditions.

Fir trees take about 10 years to fully mature, so time isn’t on our side for this season. But don’t give up hope if you really want a live Christmas tree from Costco. The best advice is to get out and get your tree as early as possible.

5 - Where do Costco Live Christmas Trees Come From?

The major producers for Christmas trees are in states like California, Washington State, and Oregon. These places are where Costco gets their live Christmas trees for each holiday season and are also some of the hardest hit states for droughts and fires. As a result, the pickings for live Christmas trees this year are very slim.

6. Will my store Carry Costco Live Christmas Trees this Year?

Your best bet is to get in touch with customer service or management at your closest Costco and see what their plans are for this year. If they do plan to receive a shipment, make note of the projected delivery date so you can be first in line! If you’re willing to travel a bit to get your Costco live Christmas tree, you can also call a few different locations in your vicinity to maximize your chances.

7 - How Much are Artificial (Faux) Costco Christmas Trees?

Typically faux trees are more pricey but you get so much more bang for your buck. They last longer too. You can get faux trees in a variety of shapes, sizes, and even color. For example, you can get a shorter 6 foot Christmas tree like this one, or one that’s at 15 feet like this.

8 - How Long Before Christmas Should You Buy a Costco Christmas Tree?

When Shopping for a Costco Christmas Tree, the earlier the better. And that goes for an artificial Christmas tree or a Costco live Christmas tree. This is especially true this year due to ongoing supply chain problems. There may be a more limited supply, so get to your store as soon as they arrive!

9 - Is Costco selling trees already?

You can buy artificial trees online and in stores. Costco will begin selling Christmas trees online in September, and you can check your local stores now to see if they have them available there too.

While artificial Costco Christmas trees are usually available beginning the first week of September, live trees are a bit different. The timing on this will vary by your location. Some locations get their trees as early as the week before Thanksgiving, but other locations won’t get trees until a few weeks before Christmas. Sometimes a particular location won’t carry live trees at all. For the most accurate information, call your closest Costco and ask for details and their schedule.

10 - Are Costco Christmas Any Good? Are They Really Worth It?

Yes!

One thing about Costco, they always guarantee their products. If you don’t like something you can always return it, no questions asked. With that kind of satisfaction guarantee, you know they’re going to offer only the highest quality products.

Costco faux Christmas trees are easy to assemble, have very realistic and full branches and you can even purchase them pre-lit. These trees will last you for YEARS to come.

As for live trees, I’d say they’re definitely worth it if you love to have a live tree each year. If you’re willing to put in the work and keep up the maintenance, you’ll be able to pick a nice live option from a convenient location.

11 - Do Costco Christmas Trees Ever Go On Sale?

You’re guaranteed to get a great price when buying a Costco tree with your membership. But, if you’re hoping to catch a tree on sale, you’re probably going to be out of luck. These trees almost always sell out by December. Generally, stores begin to offer their Christmas items at a discount after the holiday, but if there’s no inventory left, there’s nothing to put on sale! Your best bet is to get in the store as early as possible or order online to snag a quality tree that meets your budget and aesthetics.

12- Can I Return a Christmas Tree to Costco?

Of course! If you don’t have a Costco membership, I encourage you to get one if you’re looking to purchase a Costco Christmas tree or really anything else for the holidays. Members are usually allowed to return just about anything at anytime for a full refund if they are not satisfied, with the exception of electronics. The timeframe for returns on electronics is 90 days….but, if you want to return any of your Costco Christmas trees for any reason, you can do that too!

Final Thoughts on Costco Christmas Trees

I hope I’ve answered all your questions about Costco Christmas trees and whether or not to buy a Costco real Christmas Tree. In my opinion, Costco offers a great value for the price and there’s truly something for everyone. I’ll be loving on and happily decorating my Costco tree year after year. Let me know if there are any questions I missed and any feedback in the comments.

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