There’s nothing quite like having a Real Cut Christmas Tree in the home during the festive season. The scent of fresh pine hangs in the air with the onset of the holiday season, perfect for creating warm childhood Christmas memories. The site and aroma of Real Christmas Trees lift the spirit bringing an instant cheer from the end of November as we enter the brisk winter days.
If you’re living in London and unwilling to compromise on your Christmas tree quality, you’ll want to go to real Christmas tree specialists, and there are only a few places in the big city that can lay claim to offering first-class high-quality trees.
Boma Garden Centre in Kentish Town London is one of the few places that pride themselves in supplying premium quality trees and the Cinco stands, lights and handmade decorations to accompany them. Boma also allows you to Pre-order your Christmas Tree online now with local delivery or collection from 21st November until 23rd December.
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Buying a Real Christmas Tree in London: Overview
| What to buy | Premium Real Nordmann Fir (best for families, full shape, long‑lasting needles), Real Fraser Fir (compact, fragrant, perfect for smaller flats), or Pot‑Grown Nordmann Fir (eco‑friendly and reusable year after year). |
| When to buy | From late November to early December for the freshest, best‑shaped trees before peak demand and to ensure longevity through Christmas. |
| Where to buy | Boma Garden Centre in Kentish Town, London, offering local delivery across M25 postcodes. |
What is the Best Real Christmas Tree to Buy?
After years of experience receiving customer feedback from London’s most discerning Real Christmas tree lovers, Boma stocks, first and foremost, the UK’s favourite Christmas tree: Real Cut Nordmann Fir Trees.
Nordmann Fir – London’s favourite Christmas tree
The Nordmann Fir is London’s favourite Christmas tree, renowned not only for its delicate fragrance but also for its non-drop needle characteristics. Nordmann’s glossy green foliage colour is divine, having a fantastic even shape. Its full array of robust branches gives the tree a wholesome, rich appeal with ample space to hang weighty decorations.
There’s nothing more disappointing than a pine tree without its needles– that’s why Londoners admire Nordmann Firs, as the branches have superb needle retention maintaining the classic Christmas tree appeal. Furthermore, Nordmann Fir’s soft needles make them ideal for children to create natural Christmas decorations, and family pets will be delighted, too, as they are pet-safe. The cut Nordmann Fir Christmas trees have strong branches that are practical for holding heavy glass Christmas Tree Decorations.
Boma’s Real Cut Nordmann Firs range in size to suit different rooms. Sizes start from 3ft (90cm), the range also includes heights: 4ft (120cm), 5ft (150cm), 6ft (180cm), 7ft (210cm), 8ft (240cm), 9ft (270cm) , and 10ft (300cm). The premium-grade trees are freshly cut just in time for local home delivery or collection.
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Cut Fraser Fir Christmas Trees
Equally delightful and trending in popularity are real Cut Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. This tremendous Christmas tree variety has a narrow, compact shape with evenly placed branches, making the Fraser an ideal choice for smaller living quarters and a great space saver. With their vigorous growth habit, our nurseries lightly prune Fraser Fir Christmas trees each year to maintain their perfect symmetrical shape.
London real Christmas tree lovers admire The Fraser fir Christmas tree for its intoxicating delicate citrus-like pine scent and non-drop attractive blue-green needles with silver undersides. Fraser’s soft, hardy needles last a long time throughout the season.
What sets the Fraser Fir Christmas Tree apart is its dense, evenly placed branches– the ideal backdrop for Christmas tree decorations. Cut Fraser Fir Christmas trees are available at Boma Garden Centre in Kentish town with sizes starting at 4ft (120cm) and range in sizes, 5ft (150cm), 6ft (180cm) , 7ft (210cm) , 8ft (240cm).
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Noble Fir Christmas Trees – The Deluxe
Cut Noble Fir Christmas Trees are very high quality with a wonderful structure and pine fragrance, making them the ultimate choice for those seeking a luxurious festive display. Known for its striking silvery-blue foliage, excellent needle retention, and naturally symmetrical shape, the Noble Fir is one of the most elegant Christmas trees available. Its strong, upward-curving branches are perfect for supporting heavy ornaments, while a subtle citrus fragrance fills your home with a fresh festive ambiance.
Favoured by Londoners who return to Boma year after year, the Noble Fir maintains its vibrant colour and lush appearance throughout the season, even in warm indoor environments. Boma’s Real Cut Premium Noble Firs are available in a variety of sizes to suit any space from 5ft (150cm) up to 8ft (240cm), offering a versatile selection for different room dimensions. These premium-grade trees are freshly cut and prepared for local home delivery or collection just in time for Christmas. Key features include:
- Stunning silvery-blue foliage: adds a touch of elegance to any space.
- Superb needle retention: keeps your home clean and your tree looking fresh.
- Naturally symmetrical shape: perfect for easy decoration.
- Strong branches: ideal for heavy ornaments and decorations.
- Citrus fragrance: brings a refreshing festive scent to your home.
For optimal display and longevity, Boma recommends securing your cut Noble Fir Premium tree in a Cinco Christmas Tree Stand, which includes a built-in reservoir for water. Regularly topping up the stand helps preserve its needles and delightful fragrance throughout the festive season. Find the perfect Noble Fir for your home and enjoy expert gardening advice with every purchase at Boma Garden Centre in Kentish Town, London.
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Pot Grown Christmas Trees - The perfect generational choice
For gardeners that love the idea of Christmas all year round, Pot Grown Nordmann Fir Christmas Trees are perfect. Be reminded of Christmas all year with a Pot Grown Pine Tree in your garden. At the start of the Christmas season, bring that outdoor freshness into the warmth of your Christmas home for the season. Once the holiday season is over, you can transfer it back to the garden.
Pot Grown Christmas Trees have the added benefit of providing a living tree in your Christmas home. What’s lovely about Pot Grown Christmas trees is that you can enjoy them for generations to come, passed down from parents to children for years of festive memories.
Boma stocks Nordmann Pot Grown Christmas trees starting from 50-60cm (1.6-1.97ft) and ranging in sizes 60-80cm (1.97-2.62ft), 80-100cm (2.62-3.28ft), 100-125cm (3.28-4.10ft), 125-150cm (4.10-4.92ft) and the largest being 150-175cm (4.92- 5.74ft).
The added advantage of Pot-Grown Christmas Trees is that they are also available for nationwide delivery throughout the UK in the starting size ranges: 50-60cm (1.6-1.97ft), 60-80cm (1.97-2.62ft), and 80-100cm (2.62-3.28ft).
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The Best Real Christmas Tree Accessories To Look Out For
Choosing the right real Christmas tree for a London home isn’t just about looks—it’s about how well it holds up in warm, centrally heated rooms and compact urban spaces. Below are the key accessories or stands to prioritise so your tree stays fresh, safe, and beautifully decorated all season.
Cinco Christmas Tree Stands - Voted first by all cut Christmas trees
To maintain the tree’s freshness throughout the season, choosing a high-quality Christmas tree stand is essential. Boma strongly recommends Cinco Christmas tree stands available in different sizes suited to the tree’s height.
What’s brilliant about Cinco Stands is their ability to store water. The cut trunk of your Christmas tree will drink all the water it needs to stay fresh throughout the season. All you need to do is keep the water topped in the stand. Cinco Christmas Tree Stands have special screw fasteners to secure the tree and are made from high-grade polyurethane plastic that is reusable for years to come.
Cinco stands are available in a range of sizes to suit your chosen Christmas Tree:
- Cinco 5 Classic Christmas Tree Table Top Stand for trees up to 5Ft (150cm)
- Cinco 6 Classic Christmas Tree Table Top Stand for trees up to 6Ft (180cm)
- Cinco 7 Classic Christmas Tree Floor Stand for trees up to 7Ft (210cm)
- Cinco 10 Classic Christmas Tree Floor Stand for trees up to 10Ft (300cm)
- Cinco 12 Classic Christmas Tree Floor Stand for trees up to 12Ft (360cm)
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Wooden Block Stands for Christmas Trees
If you prefer a more natural organic look for your Christmas Tree stands, Boma also stocks Christmas Tree Wooden Block Stands. They won’t provide the same water retaining benefits of a Cinco, but they will give ample support for the tree. Boma only supplies wood block stands for trees up to 6Ft in height. For Christmas trees taller than 6Ft, Cinco Christmas Tree Stans are preferable to maintain stability.
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Handmade Christmas Tree Decorations
Now that you have the perfect Christmas Tree and stand for your London or UK home, you’ll need the icing on the cake and a cherry on top, and we’re not talking about Christmas cakes.
High-quality Christmas trees deserve the best quality and most creative Christmas Tree decorations. Boma has thought of it all. For years, London Real Christmas Tree Lovers have demanded unique decorations for their Christmas Trees that will set their home apart.
The key is authenticity. Handmade Christmas decorations compliment premium quality Christmas trees. The ornaments come in various animal and bird designs, with brilliantly coloured Christmas Tree baubles in a massive range of striking colours. Nothing will set off a real Christmas tree than the glorious electric colours of Christmas lights and a heavenly star or angel crowning the tree.
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Best Real Christmas Trees: London Considerations
| Real Tree Type | When to Buy | Why Perfect for London | How Long It Will Last | Stands & Setup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nordmann Fir (Cut) | Late November–early December for freshest shape and longevity | Broad, even shape fits standard lounges; excellent for families decorating together | Around 5–6 weeks with regular watering and cool placement | Purchase stand with tree for immediate setup; Cinco stand recommended for convenience |
| Fraser Fir (Cut) | Late November–early December for balanced form and scent | Slim, compact profile ideal for smaller London flats with limited space | Around 4–5 weeks indoors; retains well in central heating | Purchase stand with tree for immediate setup; Cinco stand recommended for convenience |
| Nordmann Fir (Pot-Grown) | Early December if bringing indoors briefly; otherwise can be purchased earlier | Sustainable option for balconies, courtyards, or doorstep displays; reusable each year | Indoors for up to 10 days; can thrive outside year-round | Purchase stand with tree for immediate setup; Cinco stand recommended for convenience |
| Stands & Setup (Cinco vs Wooden Block) | Purchase stand with tree for immediate setup; Cinco stand recommended for convenience | Cinco stand offers minimal footprint and water reservoir; wooden block compact but less stable for taller trees | Cinco slows drying through constant hydration; wooden block trees may dry faster | Cinco stand offers minimal footprint and water reservoir; wooden block compact but less stable for taller trees |
Shop Delightful Real Christmas Trees in London at Boma
With a keen understanding of horticulture and high-quality Real Cut Christmas Trees, Boma has a range of premium quality Cut Real Nordmann Firs and Fraser Firs non-needle-drop characteristics. With a growing trend in demand for Real Pot Grown Christmas Trees, Boma also stocks Nordmann Fir Pot-grown Christmas Trees you can repeatedly use yearly.
Are you looking forward to Real Christmas Trees and Gifts this year? We are too. You can pre-order your Christmas tree online for our local Real Christmas Tree Delivery in London on your preferred delivery date, or opt for collection from 25th November from Boma Garden Centre in Kentish Town.
Have a very Happy Christmas.
Buying Real Christmas Trees in London: FAQs
What are the best Christmas trees for London homes?
The best Christmas trees for London homes are cut Nordmann Fir and cut Fraser Fir: Nordmann has excellent needle retention and strong branches for ornaments, while Fraser’s slimmer, compact shape and citrus-like scent suit smaller flats.
For sustainability and urban outdoor spaces (balconies, courtyards), a pot-grown Nordmann is ideal—bring it indoors briefly for the holidays and return it outside afterward; in all cases, use a water-holding stand (e.g., Cinco) and keep trees away from heat sources.
When should I buy and take home my real Christmas tree?
For a tree that looks its best on Christmas Day, plan to buy from late November through early December, then take it home once it can be placed in water immediately in a stand at room location, away from heat sources like radiators or fireplaces.
Boma opens pre-orders early and offers collection/delivery from late November across M25 postcodes, so scheduling a slot between the last week of November and the first week of December balances freshness with the widest choice of premium-shaped trees.
How long will my real Christmas tree last?
With proper care—fresh cut, constant water in a quality stand, and a cool placement—expect about 4–5 weeks from a healthy cut tree, with Nordmann Fir often stretching to around 5–6 weeks thanks to excellent needle retention. Using a water‑holding stand such as a Cinco keeps the trunk hydrated; many models hold multiple litres and are designed for easy top‑ups, helping reduce needle drop and extend display life through the full festive period.
Pot‑grown Nordmann's can be enjoyed indoors briefly over the season, then returned outside after the holidays, making them a durable choice to reuse year after year.
