The Snow Flocked Tabletop Pine

What this tree is

The Snow Flocked Tabletop Pine is a mini artificial Christmas tree built for small spaces. The branches are plastic, shaped to a full silhouette, and finished with white snow flocking that settles on the tips and along the stems. The color is green under white, so the tree reads as a winter tree rather than a plain green one.

It comes as a single tree. The flocking is part of the branch finish, so it stays in place once the tree is set up.

Size and lighting options

One height is available. The tree is 18 in (45 cm) tall, which suits a table, desk, shelf, mantel or entryway surface.

Pick the lighting option at checkout. The with lights version has warm white LED lights already on the branches, so you only need to shape the tree and turn it on. The without lights version leaves the branches clear, which works if you want to add your own string lights or keep the tree unlit.

Where it fits

This is a tabletop tree, so it is sized for surfaces rather than floors. Good spots include a dining table centerpiece, a console table, a windowsill, a home office desk, a kitchen counter or a guest room nightstand. Because it is 18 in (45 cm) tall, it also works in pairs on either end of a mantel or on a pair of side tables.

In a small apartment or dorm room, it can serve as the main tree. In a larger home, it works as a second tree in a hallway, bathroom or bedroom. It also suits a holiday display in a reception area, waiting room or shop counter.

How to set it up

Unpack the tree and let the branches relax for a few minutes. Work from the bottom up, gently spreading each branch away from the center so the tree looks full. Bend the tips slightly outward and upward to open up the shape.

If you chose the with lights version, check that the warm white LED lights sit evenly across the branches as you shape. Tuck any loose light wire back toward the center so it does not show. If you chose the without lights version, wrap your own lights or garland around the branches after shaping, starting at the base and working upward.

Place the tree on a flat, stable surface. Keep it away from open flames, heaters and anything that gets hot. Route the light cord so it does not cross a walkway or hang where it can be pulled.

Care and storage

The flocking is a surface finish, so handle the branches with care. Do not shake the tree hard or brush the branches. To clean it, use a soft dry cloth or a soft brush on low setting to lift dust. Keep it away from water and damp areas, since moisture can affect both the flocking and the lights.

When the season ends, shape the branches back toward the center and store the tree in a box or bag in a cool, dry place. Keep the light cord loosely coiled rather than wrapped tight around the branches. With careful handling, the tree can be used again the next season.