Buying the family Christmas tree can be a stressful task, especially if, like most people, you don't know anything about trees. Here is a quick guide to the different types of Christmas trees and who they’re best for. Douglas Fir - The perfect choice if you want to fill your home with that special Christmas musk. Scotch Pine - If you hate sweeping up piles of tree leavings, the Scotch pine is the tree for you. Blue Spruce - The strong branches of the Blue spruce make it the ideal tree for those with a lot of heavy ornaments. Balsam Fir - The perfect tree for a traditional Christmas. The Balsam fir was the first American Christmas tree. Leyland Cypress - The ideal tree for people who are allergic to tree sap as it doesn't produce any sap or odor. Noble Fir - Ideal for people looking to fill a large space as they can grow to over 250 feet tall. Artificial Tree - If you want to get the house decorated in the most hassle-free way, just buy an artificial one.