Tell us: What do you look for in a Christmas tree?

It’s quickly becoming time to deck the halls.

A very important part of Christmas — besides the presents, food and warm-and-fuzzy feelings the season brings — is the tree.

What factors come in to play when choosing your family Christmas tree?

Do you prefer a real one or an artificial one?

When do you think is the best time to buy a tree?

Send your thoughts and photos of your tree — from now or Christmases past — to Natalie Schwind at nschwind@ydr.com. Or call 717-771-2038 with your comments.