This infographic provides us with a plethora of little known Christmas tree info right in time for the holidays. For instance, did you know the first Christmas tree was sold in 1851 by Mark Carr? Of course you didn’t. Who would? But now you do.
If you check out the rest of the Christmas tree info included you’ll find out other fun facts like the states that produce the most trees (Oregon, North Carolina, Pennsylvania), popular tree varieties (Scotch pine, Douglas fir, Noble fir) and the source of 85% of artificial trees is China.
The trend toward artificial trees is growing with 66% of US citizens using them in 2011 and global sales well over 10 million. A little known fact is that Norway gives England a Christmas tree every year as a symbolic gesture of thanks for support during World War II.
Holiday Tree Infographics
This Chart Provides Interesting Historical Christmas Tree Info
Trend Themes
1. Growing Trend of Artificial Christmas Trees - There is a disruptive opportunity in developing more eco-friendly and sustainable artificial Christmas trees that perform as well or better than real trees.
2. Increased Interest in Christmas Tree Data - There is a disruptive opportunity in creating more engaging and interactive infographics that provide interesting historical and current information about Christmas trees.
3. International Christmas Tree Exchanges - There is a disruptive opportunity in creating or expanding international programs for exchanging Christmas trees as a gesture of goodwill and diplomacy.
Industry Implications
1. Christmas Tree Farming Industry - There is a disruptive opportunity in innovating and diversifying product offerings to meet consumer demands for more sustainable, exotic, and unique tree varieties.
2. Data Visualization Industry - There is a disruptive opportunity in offering more customizable and engaging infographics that can be easily shared and embedded by media outlets, marketers, and educators.
3. International Relations Industry - There is a disruptive opportunity in leveraging Christmas tree exchanges as a vehicle for cultural exchange, economic development, and soft power diplomacy.