The Best Storage Solutions to Keep Your Artificial Christmas Tree Safe

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There are few things that put you in the holiday spirit quite like setting up your Christmas tree and decorating the tree with your loved ones. And if you and your family opt for an artificial version, the last thing you want to see when you grab your beautiful tree from its designated storage spot is bent branches, broken built-in lights, or missing pine needles. You can easily avoid this disappointing scenario by picking a storage solution that will keep your tree in great condition.

Shantae Duckworth, professional organizer and founder of Shantaeize Your Space, says the best Christmas storage bags and containers are made of some form of plastic or canvas. Avoid cardboard options, including the original box your tree came in, which will fail to protect your tree from its biggest nemeses, like moisture, mold, and pests. Pick containers that repel water and have sturdy zippers that offer the tightest seal possible. The ones we found fit the bill, and will help protect and preserve your tree for many holidays to come.

Rolling Multi-Purpose Greenery Bag

You won't break a sweat when hauling your tree into the living room thanks to this bag. The oversized tote comes with handles and wheels, making both storage and transportation easier on you and your back, and a wide opening so you won't struggle to place disassembled branches inside. You can store either a large tree or a smaller trees along with additional decorations. There's even an inner storage solution that helps keep various components in place so nothing shifts around during transport.

Material: Polyester/polypropylene | Type: Multi-Purpose | Dimensions: 60" L x 25" W x 31" H | Portable Y/N: Y

Heavy Duty Rolling Tote with Latching Lid

If you store your tree in the basement, Duckworth's top choice is a heavy-duty plastic box, which will protect your tree from issues commonly found in basements (like mold, pests, and water damage). This 64-gallon option has a latching lid, extra large capacity, and wheels for easy transport. Since it has a hard outer shell this design is also great for stacking, which means it won't take up an entire corner of your garage or basement when it's not in use.

Material: Not Listed | Type: Multi-Purpose | Dimensions: 46.5" L x 21.1" W x 23.2" H | Portable Y/N: Y

Christmas Tree Storage Bag

This highly-rated and affordable storage bag from Amazon fits artificial trees as tall as nine feet. The bag is made of heavy-duty, waterproof plastic and comes with two sturdy handles and a card slot that allows you to document exactly what's inside. The dual zipper design allows for a wide opening so you can easily place everything inside.

Material: Plastic | Type: Tote | Dimensions: 60" L x 30" H x 15" W | Portable Y/N: Y

Extra-Large Artificial Tree Storage Bag

Customers love this bag for its roomy size, with several reviewers mentioning that they were able to store more than just their Christmas tree inside the bag. This green duffel bag-style pick has enough space to fit trees up to 12 feet tall. Plus, it's durable and made from tear-resistant material.

Material: Polypropylene | Type: Duffel Bag | Dimensions: 60" L x 30" H x 30" W | Portable Y/N: Y

TreeKeeper Tree Storage Bag

Those who are short on home storage space will love this style: An upright bag that makes use of your vertical space. This bag comes with a rolling tree stand that you can even leave on your Christmas tree when it's use! (This is one of the few upright storage designs that come with wheels.) Just conceal the storage bag and wheels using your tree skirt and if you want to move your decked out tree temporarily, you can easily roll it out of the way.

Material: Polyester | Type: Upright | Dimensions: 95" H x 33" D | Portable Y/N: Y

Upright Christmas Tree Canvas Storage Cover

This lightweight canvas storage bag from Tiny Tim Totes is designed to cover and protect your upright tree while it's still assembled. It's a great option for people with smaller trees, as they offer sizes for 6-foot, 7.5-foot trees and 9-foot trees. The moisture-resistant zippered bag comes with three adjustable straps to ensure your tree stays secure when it's not in use.

Material: 600d Oxford Canvas | Type: Upright | Dimensions: 67" H x 35" D | Portable Y/N: N

Rolling Polyester Christmas Tree Storage Bag

If you dread packing up your Christmas tree every year, this style will make the task a lot less frustrating. This bag has a wide opening so you can much more easily insert your disassembled tree, and with two wheels and a heavy duty zipper, this bag is also easy to transport from your living room to your storage area and back again. Reviewers love how roomy this tree bag is, with some saying that there was enough space inside to store their tree stand as well.

Material: Polyester | Type: Rolling Bag | Dimensions: 51" L x 15.5" H x 15.5" D | Portable Y/N: Y

Callista Moisture Resistant Christmas Tree Storage

This super affordable option still checks all the boxes for a great storage solution. Though it's designed for upright storage, the bag comes with two sturdy handles so you can more easily transport it sideways. There's also a cinch cord at the bottom to ensure that your whole tree is encased and protected.

Material: Polypropylene | Type: Upright | Dimensions: 74" H x 56" W x 56" D | Portable Y/N: N

Christmas Wreath and Tree Storage

Score a two-for-one deal with this tree storage and wreath container combo. Each moisture-resistant premium canvas tote comes with easy-access zippers and nylon handles for transport. The tree bag fits trees up to 10 feet tall while the wreath bag fits 30-inch round holiday decorations.

Material: Canvas and Nylon | Type: Tote | Dimensions: 30'' H X 15'' W X 65'' D | Portable Y/N: Y

Artificial Christmas Tree Storage Bag with Wheels

This tree bag comes with an attached dolly for easy transport and is designed to hold trees between seven and 12 feet tall. Its large opening and expandable top make packing and unpacking a total breeze, and what makes this bag particularly special, according to reviewers, is the metal frame inside of the bag that helps everything keep its shape.

Material: Polyester | Type: Wheeled Duffle | Dimensions: 60-72" H x 22" W x 22" D | Portable Y/N: Y

Upright Christmas Tree Storage Bag

Some artificial trees come with their own pots to give them a more lifelike appearance, and this upright bagged design can help you store this style of tree. Its extra roomy bottom is reinforced to accommodate the added piece, allowing you to keep the entire thing together when it's not in use.

Material: Polyester | Type: Upright | Dimensions: 10.5" W x 2.5" H | Portable Y/N: N

Christmas Tree Storage Bag

Even though Duckworth advises against storing trees while they're fully decorated—she says the risk that you'll damage your ornaments is just too high—we understand if you're tight on space and low on time during the holidays. If you prefer to have your tree dressed up and ready to go at all times, there's this upright storage bag. Simply enclose your fully decked out tree in the large capacity bag and zip it up when it's not in use. Just be sure to remove your beautiful tree topper first.

Material: Polyester | Type: Upright | Dimensions: 10.5" W x 2.5" H | Portable Y/N: N

What to Look for and Storage Tips

When it comes to shopping for the perfect storage container for your faux tree, here are a few things Duckworth says to keep in mind.

✔️ Where not to store your tree: "Avoid storing it in a damp basement or hot attic, as extreme temperatures can affect the tree's quality," says Duckworth. "I recommend keeping your tree in a cool, dry place to prevent mold or mildew growth."

✔️ If you're storing your tree in a basement or garage: Plastic and canvas storage solutions are best, says Duckworth. And no matter how tempting it may be, she advises that you never use a cardboard box (no, not even the one your tree came in) when it comes time to pack it up, since "cardboard can become damp and moldy" — a heavy duty plastic tote works best in these kind of solutions.

✔️ If you're storing your tree in a shed: Ensuring it's properly sealed is going to be a top priority, says Duckworth, "so it doesn't get wet or damaged." Bags, boxes, and even totes all work great here.

✔️ Consider how you're moving your tree in and out of storage: If you're transporting it from a garage, or someplace with easy access, Duckworth says getting a container that has built-in wheels may make your life a bit easier. However, those who have no choice but to store their tree in an attic or basement would do well to remember that the wheels can add to the weight of your container, so you may want to stick to something with straps that can be easily carried up and down the steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here, Duckworth addresses some of the most popular questions people have when they start shopping for artificial Christmas tree storage containers.

How do I know how big of a container my tree needs?

Make sure to get a container with a little extra room so that the tree doesn't get squished, but don't have so much extra space that the tree falls flat on one side. Also, you don't want to take up more storage space than you have to!

Can I store my tree with the decorations still attached?

I don't recommend storing a tree with the ornaments, as they can break easier that way. Wrap your ornaments and Christmas lights separately and store them with the tree in the same area, so that everything is easier to find the next year.

What do I need to get my tree ready to store?

Before you put the tree away for the season, take apart your artificial tree carefully, and if it's a multi-section tree, label each section with a number or color-coded system for easy assembly next year. It's all about being organized to make it easy for yourself for next year.

What's the best tree storage solution?

I recommend getting a tree storage bag, as that will protect the tree from dirt and dust, and will help it last longer.

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