Real Christmas Trees at Longstock Park Nursery
At Longstock Park Nursery, on the Leckford Estate in Hampshire, our horticultural traditions are rooted in quality, care and working in harmony with nature. Every winter, our walled plant nursery is stocked with a selection of cut and potted living Christmas trees - waiting to be chosen as a seasonal focal point in homes.
Whether you’re selecting a cut Nordmann Fir for its needle holding capabilities or planting a container grown spruce out in your garden after Twelfth Night, we provide the practical expertise to keep your trees healthy throughout the winter and beyond.
Sustainably Sourced British Evergreens
All real trees available at Longstock Park Nursery are UK grown from reputable growers. By selecting trees grown right here in the UK, we support British forestry, keep road miles low, while making sure our trees are healthy and fresh.
Cut Nordmann Fir
The Nordmann Firs are renowned for their wide, soft, dark-green needles and superb needle retention in modern heated homes. Its strong, tiered branches hold ornaments securely, providing a symmetrical, classic pyramid profile with a very subtle overall scent.
Cut Norway Spruce
Celebrated as the original real Christmas tree and known for its unmistakable pine fragrance, the Norway Spruce is the quintessential Victorian Christmas tree. Its neat pyramid shape makes a festive statement outdoors on a wintry porch, or indoors in a cooler room where its natural scent will shine.
Both Norway Spruce and Nordmann Fir come in sizes ranging from 150cm/180cm to 240cm/270cm.
Pot-Grown Living Trees
If you’re looking for a longer lasting choice, our potted tree varieties are Blue Spruce, Nordmann Fir and Norway Spruce. Grown in Berkshire, our potted trees offer an alternative that extends well beyond the festive season. They can be enjoyed indoors as part of a festive display, then relocated outside to patio containers or planted directly into outdoor garden borders.
Our potted trees come in sizes ranging from 60/80cm to 100/125cm.
Services & Sizing Guidance
Selecting a tree at Longstock Park Nursery is an unhurried experience. Every tree is displayed unnetted so you can inspect its shape, branch density and height easily from every angle.
Protective Netting & Loading: We will then wrap the tree in protective netting for transport, and can assist with loading it safely into your vehicle.
Local Delivery Service: Free local delivery applies to Christmas trees within 10 miles of Longstock Park Nursery. For deliveries beyond 10 miles, delivery charges apply - please speak to a member of our Nursery team during your visit for full details and delivery schedules.
Reservoir Stands & Care Advice: A fresh cut tree requires water to keep it looking its best throughout the festive period. Our Nursery shop stocks water-reservoir stands that keep the trunk in place securely, allowing the tree to readily soak up water.
Looking After Your Tree: In the Home & In the Garden
Care During December (Cut & Living Trees)
Positioning: Place your tree away from direct heat sources such as radiators, wood burners and heat vents - to prevent drying.
Hydration: Check your tree stand daily and top up with fresh, cool water. Never allow the reservoir base to dry out.
The first 24 to 48 hours: A cut tree can drink 3 to 4 litres of water during its first day indoors.
A tree generally consumes about 1 - 2 litres of water per day in normal temperature conditions.
If your home is particularly warm or the tree is placed close to a heat source, it will dry out faster and could need up to 3 - 4 litres a day.
Post-Festive Replanting & Recycling
Pot-Grown Trees: When the festivities finish, move your pot-grown tree outdoors gradually. Protect it in a porch, unheated greenhouse or in a sheltered spot for a week before moving it into full exposure. Re-pot every two years using peat-free compost, or plant directly into garden soil enriched with well-rotted organic matter.
Cut Tree Recycling: Once stripped of decorations, cut trees should be recycled responsibly. Your local authority may offer a dedicated Christmas tree collection service, often woodchipping the tree for mulch in parks and woodland reserves.
Frequently Asked Questions: Real Christmas Trees at Longstock Park
Q: When will real Christmas trees be available at Longstock Park Nursery?
A: Our real Christmas trees will be on display and available to buy from late November each year.
Q: What varieties of real Christmas trees are sold at Longstock Park Nursery?
A: We stock sustainably sourced British cut Nordmann Firs, Norway Spruce and potted living trees. Nordmann Firs are known for their soft foliage and excellent needle retention. The traditional Norway Spruce, with its strong pine scent, rich bright green colour and classic Victorian pyramid shape, is perfect for outdoor display or cooler indoor spaces. We also stock a range of potted fir trees that can be planted into outdoor borders or containers after Christmas.
Q: Will someone be available to assist with preparing and loading trees?
A: Yes. Nursery Partners will net the tree for more secure transportation, and can assist with loading it safely into your car.
Q: Do Longstock Park Nursery offer a delivery service?
A: Yes. Longstock Park Nursery offers a free delivery service for Christmas trees if you live within 10 miles of Longstock Park Nursery. Delivery charges apply for deliveries beyond 10 miles. When visiting, speak to a member of the team about delivery charges and our delivery schedules.
Q: What else can I explore across The Leckford Estate during a visit?
A: At Longstock Park Farm Shop, visitors can browse regional Hampshire produce - including Leckford’s own cider, apple juice and cold-pressed rapeseed oil produced on the Farm - alongside our English Sparkling Wine and seasonal gifting. Visitors can also enjoy breakfast, lunch and winter warmers in Longstock Park Café. To see our full seasonal calendar and book upcoming events, visit our Things to Do page.
