Carefully Graded

All of our trees are carefully graded by a highly trained staff with decades of combined experience.

USDA Premium Grade

Red Tag – Select Grade

These trees are sheared, full, and have a well-balanced taper, dense foliage on all sides, no large gaps or holes, straight trunk, healthy green color, one straight leader, butt pruned. These are the most expensive trees, used in showrooms or by buyers who want a perfect picture tree.

Sizes come in 5-6 ft, 6-7 ft, 7-8.5 ft, 8.5-10 ft, 10-11 ft, 11-12 ft, and specials 12 ft plus.

Blue Tag – Premium Sheared

These trees are sheared, full, 80-100% taper, dense foliage on all sides with very few defects (small gaps or holes) straight trunk, healthy green color, must have one straight leader, butt pruned. These are the trees that are in very high demand.

Sizes come in 5-6 ft, 6-7 ft, 7-8.5 ft, and 8.5-10 ft.

Black Tag – Premium Sheared

10-12 feet – Falls under USDA Premium Grade Criteria.

USDA No.1 Grade

Brown Tag – No.1 Grade

This grade of Christmas tree is sheared, full, and displays a 60–100% natural taper. It has medium density with fresh, clean, and healthy foliage. The tree is well-shaped and shows the typical characteristics of its species. Has a single, straight leader, and the base is butt pruned for easy placement in a stand.

The U.S. No. 1 grade also ensures that three sides of the tree have no more than two minor defects, while the fourth side may have just one noticeable flaw. These attractive, retail-ready trees are a popular choice for standard consumers and families looking for a beautiful, affordable Christmas tree that meets reliable quality standards.

Sizes come in 4.5ft, 6.5-8.5ft, 8.5-10 ft, and specials 12ft plus.

USDA No.2 Grade

Yellow Tag – Selected Natural

Northeastern’s Selected Natural Grade trees offer a more rustic, authentic appearance while still exceeding the top expectations of the U.S. No. 2 grade. These trees have a natural charm and are ideal for Traditionalists, Nature-Lovers, and those who appreciate a more organic look. They are lightly sheared and display a 40–70% taper with light density. Though they may have uneven growth, some bare spots, or a visible trunk, they are still healthy, fresh, and clean. Each tree features one straight top (leader) and a butt-pruned base for easy stand placement.

Under the U.S. No. 2 grade, the tree must meet the normal characteristics of the species, have no signs of disease, and be clean and well-shaped. Two adjacent sides may contain up to three minor defects each, while the remaining two faces may have no more than two noticeable defects. Natural grade trees are a favourite for those seeking a simple, traditional tree with authentic woodland appeal.

Sizes come in 3-5 ft (Tabletops), 5-6.5 ft, 6.5-8.5 ft, and 8.5-10 ft.