What is Colorado's state tree?

The Colorado Blue Spruce. It was named the state tree in 1939 and is known for its silvery-blue needles and classic cone shape.

Is a Colorado Blue Spruce a good Christmas tree?

Yes, if you have heavy ornaments. Its branches are very strong, and its blue color stands out. The needles are sharp, so wear gloves to decorate, and keep the stand full so the needles hold on.

Is a Douglas Fir native to Colorado?

Yes. The Douglas Fir grows naturally in the Colorado Rockies. So does the Concolor (White) Fir. Both are on our lot.

Where can I buy a Colorado native Christmas tree in Denver?

At Tree Town Wonderland, 3604 South Kipling Street in Denver, at Putter's Pride Mini Golf. We're open every day, November 15 through December 24, 10am to 9pm.

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Fresh-cut at Tree Town Wonderland

Fresh Colorado Native Christmas Trees

Some families want a tree with a story close to home. A Colorado native tree is the same kind of evergreen you’ll see on a drive into the mountains, standing in your living room for Christmas.

Fresh-cut Colorado native Christmas tree at Tree Town Wonderland in Denver

Colorado Native Trees decorated Christmas tree - The Christmas Tree Collection

What Is a Colorado Native Christmas Tree?

A Colorado native Christmas tree is an evergreen species that grows naturally in Colorado’s mountains and foothills. Native evergreens include the Colorado Blue Spruce, our state tree, along with the Ponderosa Pine, Pinyon Pine, Douglas Fir and Concolor (White) Fir. Each one has its own look, from the silvery-blue color of a spruce to the long needles of a Ponderosa.

Why Families Choose a Colorado Native Tree

For a lot of Denver families, the mountains are part of who we are. A Colorado native tree brings a little of that home for the holidays. It’s the tree you see on a winter drive up I-70, now shining with your family’s ornaments.

Colorado natives also look different from the classic firs most lots carry. You’ll find rugged, natural shapes, bold colors and needles that range from short and stiff to long and soft. Ask our crew which native trees are on the lot this season and what makes each one special.

A Colorado original

NATIVE TO OUR STATE

A true local choice

CELEBRATE COLORADO

Natural mountain look

LIKE THE TREES OUT WEST

Something different

A ONE-OF-A-KIND TREE

Available in 2 to 15 ft Sizes

Open daily Nov 15 – Dec 24 · 10am – 9pm · 3604 S. Kipling

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Colorado Native Trees at a Glance

What they areEvergreen species that grow naturally in Colorado

Common typesColorado Blue Spruce, Ponderosa Pine, Pinyon Pine, Douglas Fir, Concolor Fir

NeedlesVaries, from short and stiff (spruce) to long and soft (Ponderosa)

ColorFrom deep green to silvery blue

ShapeNatural and rugged, with a true mountain look

Native toThe Colorado Rockies and foothills

Best forColorado pride, a natural look, a tree that’s different

Is a Colorado Native Tree Right for Your Home?

A Colorado native tree is a great fit if you:

Want a tree that grows naturally in our own mountains

Like a natural, rugged look over a perfectly shaped fir

Want something different from the usual Christmas tree

Love the idea of a true Colorado Christmas

Two of our most popular trees are Colorado natives too: the Douglas Fir and the Concolor Fir.

Keeping Your Colorado Native Tree Fresh

These trees grow in Colorado’s dry air, but inside a heated home they still need water to stay fresh. A few simple steps keep yours at its best:

1Get it into water fast. Set up your tree in water within a few hours of getting it home.

2Never let the stand run dry. A fresh tree drinks a lot in its first few days. Check the stand every morning.

3Keep it away from heat. Place it away from heater vents, fireplaces and sunny windows.

4Wear gloves for spruce. Colorado Blue Spruce needles are sharp, so gloves make decorating easier.

Get the full guide in Tree Care.

Colorado Blue Spruce vs. Ponderosa Pine vs. Pinyon Pine

Feature	Colorado Blue Spruce	Ponderosa Pine	Pinyon Pine
Needles	Short, stiff, sharp	Very long, soft	Short, stiff
Color	Silvery blue	Yellow-green to dark green	Gray-green to dark green
Branch strength	Very strong	Moderate	Strong
Look	Classic cone, bold color	Open and airy	Compact and rustic
Best for	Heavy ornaments, bold color	A soft, natural look	A true Southwest Colorado feel

Not sure which one to pick? Our Choosing Your Tree guide compares all the trees on our lot.

Colorado Native Tree Questions

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Come Pick Out Your Colorado Native Tree

Bring the family to Tree Town Wonderland and make an afternoon of it. Walk through more than 500,000 holiday lights for free, visit with Santa, hear a story from Mrs. Claus, and then find the Colorado tree that’s just right for your home.

Open daily, Nov 15 – Dec 24 · 10am – 9pm· 3604 South Kipling Street, Denver· 303-985-3860

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