“The tree collar should complement and color coordinate with the theme and decorations on your tree,” said Christine Mango, holiday designer and producer. “I’d also suggest the tree collar complement the style and décor of the room where your tree is placed in your home.” To find the best tree collars, we’ve researched a variety of picks and considered factors like dimensions and material. In addition to Mango, we also consulted Tara Spaulding, interior design coordinator for Patio Productions, for her input on the subject. Overall, the best tree collar is the Balsam Hill Woven Tree Collar Here, are the best tree collars. Price at time of publish: From $179 Dimensions: 12 inches x 32.5 inches | Material: Handwoven cattail plant fibers Plus, depending on your holiday vision, you can find a collar that matches your color scheme since it’s available in red, gray, and white. And when it gets dirty, spot-clean the felt material to return it back to its original appearance. Price at time of publish: $15 Dimensions: 11 inches x 28 inches | Material: Felt With that said, this collar can only be used indoors due to the nature of its materials. As a result, you’ll want to make sure your tree fits the bill before purchasing. Price at time of publish: $175 Dimensions: 27.5 inches x 10.25 inches | Material: Polyester (faux fur) Lastly, this tree collar is available in two colors—gold with a shiny brass finish and silver with a nickel finish—perfect for those more minimalistic holiday decorations hanging up in your living room or bedroom. Price at time of publish: $90 Dimensions: 27 x 27 inches x 10 inches | Material: Iron To add more color, you can place individually wrapped presents under your tree or ornaments inspired by your favorite movie characters, vacation destinations, and family mementos. Price at time of publish: $70 Dimensions: 27.2 inches x 11.4 inches | Material: Water hyacinth Price at time of publish: $65 Dimensions: 10 x 22 inches | Material: Solid wood Price at time of publish: $65 Dimensions: 11 inches x 22.5 inches | Material: Handwoven willow wicker It’s waterproof, so you can feel comfortable watering your tree if it needs it without worrying about ruining the material. And it creates a safe barrier between your pets and children and your special tree that needs to stay put at the end of the year. Price at time of publish: $36 Dimensions: 17.7 x 13 x 12 inches | Material: Artificial rattan wicker Suitable for real and artificial trees, the collars’ red velvet fabric perfectly complements the holiday season as it matches traditional red and green decorations and is reminiscent of Santa’s outfit. Similar to how you have a star at the top of the tree, we love how this tree collar adds a decorative flare to the bottom. Price at time of publish: $22 Dimensions: 26 inches | Material: Velvet Price at time of publish: $82 Dimensions: 10 x 27 inches | Material: Metal Price at time of publish: $69 Dimensions: 27 x 27 x 10 inches | Material: Iron With that said, each of the four panels is held together by a locking bracket that makes assembly easy. You can seamlessly maneuver as you water the base of the tree if needed. When it’s time to stow away for the season, unlatch the panels and tuck them into a corner or storage unit until next year. Price at time of publish: $50 Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 11.5 inches | Material: Solid wood
What To Know About Christmas Tree Collars Before Shopping
Style
Before buying a tree collar, you need to think about the big picture. Think of which style you’re hoping to achieve with your Christmas decorations in your house and how the tree collar can help bring the vision to life. “The style should be simple; you don’t want the collar to overtake the overall look of the tree but instead add something to it,” says Spaulding. Additionally, as Mango mentioned above, you’ll want to buy the best tree collar that matches the color palette and theme of the decorations you have set up for the holidays. For example, if you have a white and gold color scheme going on, then you may want to opt for a gold or white tree collar to match.
Dimensions
The size of the Christmas tree collar you’ll want to get depends on the size of your tree. “You want to make sure the collar is large enough to contain the tree stand completely while allowing the stand to rest inside of it and tall enough to conceal it. You should also want it smaller than the lower branches," says Spaulding.
Material
The best tree collars are usually made out of a plethora of materials. “There are a variety of looks and materials available including wicker, plastic, wood, brass, and metal,” says Mango. Other materials include velvet, burlap, and faux fur. The material of the tree collar will have a direct correlation with the price, so you’ll want to keep that in mind as you browse this holiday season.
Questions for Your Questions, Answered
How do I choose the right size tree collar?
In terms of sizing here are some tips Spaulding says to keep in mind when finding the best tree collars for your tree:
For trees with a circumference that’s less than four feet: Choose a one-inch collarFor trees with a circumference between four and 6 feet: Choose a two-inch collarFor trees with a circumference between six and eight feet: Choose a three-inch collar
Most brands will have the dimensions listed on their website so you can measure and order accordingly.
Do you still use a tree skirt with a tree collar?
According to Spaulding, this depends on personal preference and the look you’re going for. “You can use both, but if you’re using a tree skirt, you want one that goes around the base of the collar.” At the end of the day, a tree collar and tree skirt serve the same purpose so you don’t need both, but you could have both.
How do you water a tree with a tree collar?
When you have a tree collar on, the easiest way to water your tree is by using a water funnel. “The four-inch long watering tube has a three-inch diameter hole at one end and a larger opening at the other side for adding water. The funnel guides the water directly into the watering bowl,” said Mango. “They’re inexpensive and available at most large box stores during the holiday season.” Spaulding adds that a tree collar doesn’t add water, so you’ll want to add water to the Christmas tree stand as you would without a collar.
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Casey Clark is a writer who covers beauty, style, home, and commerce. She has been a writer for three years and has been featured in PEOPLE, Taste of Home, Forbes, HuffPost, Cosmopolitan and more. Casey attended Hofstra University and graduated magna cum laude with a journalism degree and minors in public relations and creative writing.
