North Pole Xmas Trees, Nashua

There's a certain subset of people who can't imagine Christmas without the scent of pine needles in the air, who scoff at the idea of a fake plastic tree, who can spend an hour wandering around a tree lot to find the one that's just the right size and shape. North Pole Xmas Trees exists for those people. Whether you need a tabletop centerpiece or a 55-foot tree for the Santa's Workshop in your mall (and don't we all?), the friendly staff can help you find what you're looking for. Learn the ways they encourage everyone to deck the halls:

• Trees: The company stocks seven different species, from the traditional balsam, douglas, and fraser firs to the bluish-gray blue spruce. Heights include small tabletop trees, the living-room sweet spot between 5 and 9 feet, and trees that soar above 20 feet, which are suited for public display at stores and town squares. Customers can also purchase live trees for planting.

• Wreaths and Garland: Wreaths, roping, and kissing balls are handmade from evergreen cuttings. They're available plain or predecorated with festive ribbons, pine cones, and berries.

• Convenience: With seven Christmas-tree stands in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, there's no shortage of selection. North Pole Xmas Trees also ships internationally through its website.