This year (2023) we will only be open for bigger trees (approx. 10ft plus). Please call Julian on 07974 308 366 to arrange a time to visit. We won’t be opening the farm daily during this time.
Next year (2024) we will have two options for you to choose from:
1. Buy a pre-cut, highest Organic certified and fair-trade tree
2. Select your own naturally-grown Organic tree from our nursery
Prices vary from £30-£100+. We have a selection of discounted trees for those who have smaller budgets. If cared for correctly (watered and not near direct heat), the trees should last until February without many of the needles dropping.
Naturally-grown vs. organic fair-trade trees?
All of our trees are grown to organic standards, with annual inspections from the Soil Association. Our nursery was fully certified Organic as of November last year, YAY!
Meanwhile, our organic and fair-trade trees are imported from Denmark. Magic of Foresters are delighted to be the first, and only, sellers of organic and fair-trade trees in the UK. It’s worth turning up early as we only have 150 of these beautiful EDIBLE (yes, you heard us) trees for sale. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Our own natural trees are grown from seedlings, tended all year round, and pruned by hand. We want to encourage biodiversity in our nursery, and create a healthy and safe environment.
We grow as many as 10 different types of trees, from the traditional Norway Spruce and the visually-stunning Blue Spruce, to the popular Nordmans. Trees of green, trees of blue, and trees with white bobbles. Tiny trees, medium trees, and trees so large that they reach up to 40 feet high. And above all, trees which are so fresh that you can expect them to hold on to their needles. And don't worry, we can advise you on what tree to choose to fit your space and requirements.
Why organic?
In short, organic is better for you and better for the planet.
Typically (not ours) non-organic trees are sprayed in nasty pesticides, herbicides such as glyphosate, and hormone inhibitors to stop the top of the trees (called leaders) growing too long. To put it mildly, these are not chemicals you want to touch,
let alone bring into your home.
By avoiding chemicals, we also stop the groundwater being polluted - most of these harmful toxins are not able to be
filtered about by standard water filters or the tap water system. There is increasing evidence that these chemicals
are working their way into the human food chain.
Using chemicals makes it quicker and cheaper to grow trees, but both the quality of the trees and the environment are affected. By being organic this means that no harmful pesticide or herbicide sprays are used. These kill huge numbers of really important inspects and have been linked to the decline of the bees. These little creatures are declining at a worrying rate, as the whole ecosystem needs these insects to be able to flourish. It’s actually been called an ‘Insect Armageddon’.
Furthermore, by not using weed killers we are supporting the soil microbiome which is being steadily destroyed –
with much needed bacteria killed, along with harming creatures such as earthworms.
This all means that our organic trees are so good you can literally eat them! And people do - they are used in everything from beers, jams, snaps, teas, roast dinners, salads and even ice creams. Take a cutting and try for yourself.
Can I purchase trees for my business?
Absolutely! Email contact@magicofforesters.com to discuss how we can help you.
We are used to providing trees of all sizes to hotels, schools, offices, and even weddings.