For the Nordmann firs and blue spruces in Saxony's Christmas tree plantations that are ready for harvesting, the grace period is running out: in three months, the first of them will adorn offices, stores and homes. But the trees could be a little more expensive than last year. On the other hand, the Christmas tree from local production scores points for freshness and short distances. In many places, buyers will once again be able to pick up a saw themselves to harvest their tree. For some families, this is already a firm tradition in the run-up to Christmas.
While other federal states are reporting damage caused by frost and drought, Robert Kleinstäuber is relaxed this year. The late frost only had a minimal impact on his plantation and not on the crop that was ready to harvest, he explains. It was dry in the spring, which could damage new plantings. "But we water selectively."
