How to Prune a Christmas Tree (UK Guide): When & How to Shape Your Tree Like a Pro

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  BY THE LONDON HOME EDIT  Stop settling for a sparse tree! Achieving this perfectly shaped, magazine-worthy look in a cozy UK living room is easier than you think. Click through to discover our secret hacks for shaping, lighting, and decorating your tree to look truly luxurious this season! Introduction Pruning a Christmas tree might sound like something only gardeners or professional stylists do, but it’s one of the easiest ways to transform an ordinary tree into something beautifully shaped, symmetrical, and display-ready. Whether you’ve chosen a real fir from a UK garden centre or you’re working with a well-loved artificial tree, a little thoughtful trimming and shaping can make your tree look fuller, more elegant and perfectly prepared for lights, baubles, and ribbons. In this UK-focused 2025 guide, we’ll walk through how and when to prune a Christmas tree, how to shape both real and artificial varieties, the tools professionals recommend, and expert styling techniques yo...
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