- A realistic-looking artificial Christmas tree is commonly made of polyethylene or PVC molded into natural-looking needles, branches and bark.
- The tree may range from under 4 to over 60 feet tall.
- A realistic artificial tree has narrow needles like the traditional fir, spruce or pine tree. The needle colors are green to gray-green.
- The basic pyramid shape of an evergreen coniferous tree is typical in an artificial tree. Custom shapes are available with a flat side to fit against a wall or a quarter diameter to fit into a corner and still look like a real tree.
- A realistic artificial tree is folded up or disassembled and stored like other artificial trees for use from year to year.
- Many realistic artificial trees are made of flame-retardant material and will not catch fire from lights or fireplaces.













