Dārza Draugi Nordmann Premium firs grow in Denmark, at a grower with more than 40 years of experience that puts quality ahead of volume. They are cut about a week before delivery, and our team tags every single tree before we order it.
This article follows the whole journey of a tree, from the field to your door.
In short
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Species | Nordmann Premium fir (Nordmann fir) |
| Where it grows | Denmark |
| Grower | A partner with more than 40 years of experience growing Christmas trees |
| How long it grows | The smallest 5 to 8 years, the largest 20 years and more |
| Who picks the trees | The Dārza Draugi team tags every tree itself |
| When they are cut | About 5 to 7 days before delivery |
| After cutting | They rest for at least 2 to 3 days, then they are packed and loaded |
| Where they are stored | In a cold warehouse under a roof at our yard in Babīte parish |
| Choosing in person | Every day, call +371 20066833 first |
| Sizes | Five sizes, the smallest 160-180 cm, the largest 300-350 cm |
What a Nordmann Premium fir is
Botanically, the Nordmann fir is a true fir (Abies nordmanniana). In the wild it grows in the Caucasus mountains, and across Europe it is widely grown as a Christmas tree because it grows symmetrically, has dense branches and soft needles.
Our trees have soft needles that do not prick, so they are safe for small children too. They shed 3 to 5 times less than an ordinary spruce, and if the trunk always stands in water, the needles hold for up to 4 weeks. Read how it compares with an ordinary spruce in Nordmann fir or ordinary spruce.
The grower in Denmark
We work with a respected Danish company that has been in the tree nursery business for more than 40 years and puts quality ahead of volume. Denmark is one of the largest Nordmann fir growers in Europe.
A good tree takes time. The smallest trees grow in the field for 5 to 8 years, medium sizes up to 10 years, and the largest trees 20 years and more. That is why a 3 metre tree is much rarer and costs more than a 1.7 metre one.
We pick every tree ourselves
We do not order trees as one big load. The Dārza Draugi team personally tags and selects every tree before we order it. We look for a tree that is full from every side, with tight and even branches, not sparse like an ordinary spruce.
Cutting
The trees are not cut in autumn and stockpiled. They are cut about 5 to 7 days before delivery, so the tree that reaches you is fresh.
After cutting, the trees are given at least 2 to 3 days to settle. Only then are they packed and loaded, so the branches and needles are not damaged on the way.
Storage at our yard
At our yard every tree is kept in a cold warehouse under a roof at outdoor temperature. We never keep the trees somewhere warm, because that way the needles stay stronger and the tree lasts longer in your home.
Our yard is at Lotes, Klīves, Babīte parish, Mārupe municipality, LV-2107 (Waze: "Dārza Draugi"). You are welcome to come and choose a tree there with your family. The yard is open every day, just call +371 20066833 first so someone is there to meet you.
From our yard to your door
On the day and time you choose, Santa brings the tree from the yard and helps carry it to your door. We deliver every day from 25 November to 5 January. Delivery is free in Riga and within 50 km of the yard, Jūrmala costs €5 (free from €100). See every zone on the delivery zones page.
| Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 160-180 cm | €74.97 |
| 180-200 cm | €84.97 |
| 200-220 cm | €94.97 |
| 230-250 cm | €144.95 |
| 300-350 cm | €219.95 |
The trees are sold without a stand, and a stand for €34.95 can be added to the order. Read what the price includes in how much a Christmas tree costs. After the holidays the Grinch takes the tree away: €5 when added to the order, €15 later.
Our quality promise
If your tree drops its needles before the holidays, we replace it straight away with a new one at no extra cost. If you do not like the tree, we take it back or replace it. Call us on +371 20066833.
See every size and price in the tree shop.
Questions people ask
Do the trees grow in Latvia?
No, our Nordmann Premium firs grow in Denmark, at a grower with more than 40 years of experience. Before delivery they are kept at our yard in Babīte parish, Mārupe municipality.
When are the trees cut?
About 5 to 7 days before delivery. After cutting they rest for at least 2 to 3 days, and only then are they packed and loaded.
How old are the trees?
The smallest trees grow for 5 to 8 years, medium sizes up to 10 years, and the largest 20 years and more.
Why are the trees kept cold?
Cold keeps the needles stronger, so our trees are stored in a cold warehouse under a roof at outdoor temperature, never somewhere warm.
Can I choose a tree in person?
Yes, every day. Our yard is at Lotes, Klīves, Babīte parish, Mārupe municipality. Call +371 20066833 first.
What if the tree is not what I expected?
Call us on +371 20066833. If the tree drops its needles before the holidays we replace it for free, and if you do not like it we take it back or replace it.