As we deck the halls and light up our homes for the holidays, there’s one festive centerpiece that often struggles against South Texas weather: a Christmas tree.

While San Antonio enjoys relatively mild winters compared to much of the country, our unique climate can make keeping a tree fresh a real challenge.

Here is why and what you can do about it.

Why our climate matters

Most Christmas trees sold here are grown in cooler, wetter regions like Oregon or North Carolina. These trees thrive in climates with: • Cool summers to prevent heat stress • Cold winters for dormancy • Consistent rainfall for strong root systems • In contrast, South Texas has hot summers, mild winters, and lower annual rainfall, making it challenging to grow traditional fir and spruce trees locally. That’s

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