# Historical Holiday Fir Graphics Learn About Decorative Fir With the Christmas Tree History Chart By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-12-22 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-infographic References: [visual.ly](http://visual.ly/christmas-tree-deconstructed) & [ubersignal](http://www.ubersignal.com/) The Christmas tree history infographic talks about the story behind the evergreen fir that you string [bright colorful lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluorescence) and [holiday bulbs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-sparkles-outdoor-decor) on every year. Most people might not know that the first known decorated tree appeared in 1510 in Riga, Latvia. The spiritual roses on the tree signified the Virgin Mary. The charming Franklin D. Roosevelt adored the holiday fir so much that he started his very own Christmas tree farm. The trees appeared on Roosevelt's estate in New York. Fake trees may be convenient because you only have to purchase them once, but real evergreens continue to be the apple in most holiday enthusiasts eye. According to the Christmas tree history infographic $30.8 million worth of [real holiday firs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-delivery-service) were sold in 2011. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Real Vs. Fake Holiday Trees:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for sustainable alternatives to real and artificial fir trees. - **Christmas Tree Farming:** Innovations in technology and farming practices to boost the efficiency and sustainability of Christmas tree farms. - **Religious Symbolism in Holiday Decorations:** Opportunities for new products and packaging designs that incorporate religious and cultural symbols in holiday decorations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Farming and Agriculture:** Innovations in agriculture technology and advancements in Christmas tree farming. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Opportunities for online and retail stores to market and sell live and artificial Christmas trees. - **Religious and Cultural Products Industry:** Innovative designs and products that incorporate religious and cultural symbols in holiday decorations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop-Up Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-minute-christmas-trees.md) - [Festively Fragranced Holiday Hangers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-hangers.md) - [Tobacco-Scented Holiday Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-high-light.md) - [Festive Tree Keg Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-tree-keg-stand.md) - [App-Powered Christmas Tree Deliveries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-christmas-tree-delivery.md) - [Festive Bamboo Tissues Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stackatree.md) - [Fragrant Holiday Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-tree-displays.md) - [Decorative Caramel-Filled Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-caramel-tree.md) - [90s Toy Holiday Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/furbtrees.md)