Artificial Christmas trees typically come in a cardboard box that will inevitably become bent and worn over time. The best Christmas tree storage boxes are ideal for replacing cardboard boxes while also giving you a safe and secure container to store your investment beyond the holidays. Our top pick is the Sterilite Tree Box for its simplicity, durability and wheeled base. However, there are other quality options that made our list, too.
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When it comes to Christmas tree storage solutions, top-rated products often come in bag form, a hybrid bag-box shape or a more classic box with a lid.
Whatever type you choose, it’s important to store your Christmas tree properly when it’s not in use, says Brenna Peyton, owner and lead organizer of One Organized Girl. “The biggest advantage to boxing the tree is that the tree is protected from dust [and] dirt, but also that your storage area is protected from glitter and flocking,” she says. A good storage container can also help extend the life of your tree, says Naeemah Ford Goldson, certified professional organizer and owner of Restore Order Professional Organizing.
To select the best Christmas tree storage box, consider elements like the size of your container as well as the size of your tree, the container’s portability and the amount of storage space you have for the box or bag. With that in mind, these are the best Christmas tree boxes and bags on the market.
Sterilite’s Tree Box is a consistent favorite thanks to its minimalist design and sturdy structure. This plastic box measures 52.5 x 20 x 15.5 inches and can be easily stacked to avoid hogging precious real estate inside your storage space. The box is designed for trees up to 7.5 feet, although owners of larger trees that come apart can simply purchase more than one container. This tree box has a domed festive red lid for extra internal storage, along with a clear base to make it easy to see what’s inside. The lid latches into place and is indexed to allow other boxes to stack on top without sliding away. An added perk: Sterilite’s box has built-in wheels on one side to make it simple to haul your tree around. At $30, this box is available for an affordable price.
At under $20, Zober’s Christmas tree storage bag is a fraction of the cost of most others on the market. It’s also a top choice at Amazon, where the storage solution has more than 48,000 five-star reviews. The boxy bag is created from waterproof polyethylene to keep out any dampness that could damage your tree, and it has a simple design. To use it, just place your tree inside, secure the zipper and carry it to your designated storage spot using the two stitch-reinforced handles. An attached card slot lets you label your tree for easy identification, too. The bag comes in two sizes to fit trees that are 7.5 feet and 9 feet (the latter option is still inexpensive at around $10). Choose from four different shades.
Rubbermaid’s 50 gallon totes are a preferred choice for people looking to store items in tougher conditions, as well as for those who just like their storage containers to be particularly sturdy. This holiday-themed tote set comes in a festive red and green color scheme to help differentiate your tree from other items at a glance. The totes are huge—43 x 21.3 x 17.8 inches, and have ample room to store your tree, along with additional decor. Domed lids allow for extra interior space, while snap-tight lids and built-in handles make it simple to get your stuff secured and transported to the right spot. These tubs are designed to hold up in temperatures from zero to 115 degrees Fahrenheit, just in case fluctuating temperatures are in your tree’s future.
Larger trees need special storage solutions. This popular TreeKeeper storage bag is designed to accommodate trees up to 9 feet tall and 70 inches wide, and can store your holiday centerpiece without you needing to take your tree apart. The bag also has a genius feature: It can be rolled up and stored under your tree skirt during the holiday season, so you never have to fully remove it. To use it, secure the bag into place around your tree stand, and pull up on the sturdy polyester fabric until your tree is covered. Then, pull up the zipper and secure the buckles in place to help you get a secure fit, along with buckles. Large, reinforced handles go up the length of the bag to help ease it into place and make for simple carrying.
Holiday Spirit’s Christmas tree storage bag fits trees up to 7.5 feet, meeting the needs of most tree owners without additional excess space and cost. This 48 x 20 x 15-inch bag has a spacious and boxy shape, with a long double zipper that creates a wide opening to fit your tree inside. The bag is crafted from strong Oxford canvas that’s waterproof and tear-resistant. Reinforced handles at the sides and end give you options for carrying your tree. Just in case the festive red and green theme isn’t a tip-off, there is also an exterior identification tag to help you tell what’s inside. Prefer a bag that isn’t Christmas themed? This product also comes in charcoal with black straps.
Taking your tree apart after each holiday season isn’t for everyone. This upright storage bag from The Container Store is a great option for people who would rather make tree set-up and storage a breeze each year. The bag is crafted from a heavy-duty polyester and nylon blend and can hold an intact tree up to 8 feet tall. (Those who have 9-foot trees can also use this bag—just take off the top section and store it in the bottom of the bag.) This bag has plenty of handles to help you move it into place around your tree, as well as a drawstring top to protect what’s inside. The bag attaches to the base and can hide under a tree skirt when it’s not in use. When the season is over, simply unfold the bag and zip up over your tree.
At Forbes Vetted, our editors and writers have spent countless hours researching, testing and writing about products for the home. We’ve extensively covered holiday decor, including the best artificial Christmas trees, as well as storage solutions—check out our lists of the best storage bins and food storage containers, for starters. We’re constantly looking for products and tools to help make your life easier at home, and regularly consult with experts in the home space to ensure we’re up to date on the latest and greatest goods.
Korin Miller, the author of this story, has written extensively about decor and storage solutions. She owns her own artificial Christmas tree and knows the value of a good storage solution to protect your investment. To create this list of the best Christmas tree storage boxes and bags, Korin conducted extensive research on the market, seeing what’s available, looking at various designs and reading reviews to get the best sense of how these containers performed for others. She also consulted two organization experts for additional input on what separates a good Christmas tree storage box or bag from a great one.
There are a few factors to consider when shopping for a Christmas tree storage box or bag. Keep these in mind during your search.
When it comes to Christmas tree storage, yhere are several types of containers to choose from. Some are boxes with lids, others are zip-up bags and certain options allow your tree to remain upright and intact for fast set-up and storage. Bags with handles tend to be the least expensive option, which is why they’re often the most popular choice. However, boxes tend to be sturdier and can be stacked, which is helpful when it comes to tight storage spaces. The most expensive options are often the upright bags, but they have a huge convenience factor. “I'm a big fan of upright storage as long as you have the space,” Goldson says.
Christmas tree storage solutions aren’t very helpful if you can’t easily move them to where you plan to stow your tree for the rest of the year. It’s important that your box or bag has sturdy handles, straps or wheels for portability. If you have limited mobility or strength, look for a container with wheels to transport it to your desired location. Otherwise, reinforced handles should do the job just fine.
Before investing in a storage container, Peyton suggests considering the dimensions of your space and how a Christmas tree storage box or bag will fit into it. “If you have limited space and need to stack items, you shouldn’t get a tree bag,” she says. In that situation, she suggests investing in a tote with a lid that’s designed to be stacked. Peyton also recommends considering the stairs in your home and if you’ll need to use them in the storage process. “You need to make sure you can navigate them with your storage option,” she says.
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