The best alternative Christmas tree ideas

If you're short on space then this tree is for you! Crafted from natural branches this wall-hanging tree has a cool Scandinavian feel. It's pre-lit too, so no fiddling with attaching cables. Keep it plain and neutral or dress it up with baubles and festive foliage.

Review: "I love it! We have an 18-month-old and also live in a flat without a massive amount of room for a tree so this was perfect! The only thing I would say is the lights look like they should come from the star and go down all the string not just some sides but you could add more if you wanted to. But I really am happy with it and will use it even if I put an actual tree up in the future! 10 out of 10!"

Available in a variety of colours, these Scandinavian-inspired trees can either act as your sole tree, as a decoration or why not create yourself a forest! The branches can be moved freely to create different shapes. Hang your decorations on like you would a normal tree for an extra special Christmas. Heights can start from 0.5m up to 2m.

Review: "While looking for a sustainable Christmas tree, I found this one. For me the most beautiful Christmas tree ever. It is wonderfully minimalistic in design and handcrafted to a very high quality. A real work of art! It's such a beautiful and stunning addition to the house and very unique."

This lovely felt tree gives children the chance to DIY their own Xmas tree - and could even be used as an alternative advent calendar. Each tree comes with an assortment of 35 self-adhesive felt ornaments, such as Santa Claus, snowmen, snowflakes, candy canes and bells. Suitable for kids over three years.

Review: "I work in a children’s nursery with children under 5 years and wanted a safe, sturdy tree that the children could interact with. This tree hangs nicely on the wall and the children are able to easily put the decorations on and off by themselves."

This adorable Christmas tree will make a great addition to desks or sideboards. Planted in a green and gold, hand-finished ceramic pot, it even features a string of LED lights.

Review: "Very cute! I have this on my kitchen island and have added a few decorative mini wooden star baubles. I also purchased an extra set of lights from the same company so have two little sets on there, which are both timer lights which is a help. Looks perfect! Wish I could keep it up all year round!"

If you'd like to have another tree in your house but can't fit one in this stylish sticker is a great way to spread the festive feel to other rooms. It's easy to apply to glass, wallpaper and painted walls. Available in five sizes and 25 colours

Add a real pop of colour to your celebrations with this bright and bold rainbow tree! Add colourful decorations for a fiesta vibe, or stick to white and silver to make the tree the real star of the show.

Review: "Bought for my daughter after she saw a very expensive version of this tree elsewhere. This one is incredibly good value for the price and pretty good quality. Very happy."

An understated winter wonderland take on the traditional tree, each branch of black wire can be positioned to suit your space and is sprinkled with little bright red berries. Beautiful just as it is, there is no need to add any more decorations - just stand it up, tweak its twigs, plug it in and switch it on, and let the warm, white light from the LEDs amid its branches spread a little festive cheer. Standing tall on its black-coloured base, it's elegant enough to grace any home, makes a wonderful centrepiece to your Christmas decorations, and would look just as lovely in an entrance hall where its magical festive glow can welcome guests into your home.

Bloom&Wild do a beautiful selection of letterbox pot-grown Christmas trees- yes you read that right: a real rooted tree with beautiful baubles and a gold star and moon garland hanging off. They have a great selection of these little trees, which could be a great gift for someone this year.

Review: "We ordered one of the real mini Christmas trees to be delivered to our daughter who has just started uni. She absolutely loves it and plans on looking after it and changing the decorations to be seasonal. Great service and delivery"

Made with a metal base and LED lighting, this understated tree-shaped structure allows this lamp to be converted not only into a Christmas accessory but can also be part of your home after the festivities too.