The stylish mini Christmas trees you NEED in your life this year

Ok, we'll just go ahead and say it... we're obsessed with mini Christmas trees.

When it comes to decorating your home for Christmas, they're a total game changer. Not just a perfect alternative to a full sized artificial Christmas tree if you're short on space, mini Christmas trees are great for making kitchen islands, tabletops, mantelpieces, bookshelves or windowsills look utterly magical during the festive season. They're a breeze to install, and you can style them solo or amongst other festive decs.

If you haven't included miniature Christmas trees in your holiday decor before, believe us when we say now is the time to invest. We'd even go as far as to say that if you're looking to spend your money on one type of Christmas decoration this year, it should be mini Christmas trees... They'll level up your decorating game without costing the earth, and they're so versatile that you can style them in literally every room of your home.

Whether you're after something realistic, traditional, or simple Scandi style, we've put together a selection of our favourite mini Christmas trees on the market right now, including designs from some of our favourite, most trusted brands. Shop our pick of this year's most stylish mini Christmas trees below, and don't forget to check out our roundup of the best gold Christmas decorations and quirky baubles too - your home will look joyous in no time. And, if you're in the market for a larger-sized alternative, check out our review of the best artificial Christmas tree.

Where to buy mini Christmas trees

Whether you’re after a something pre-lit, snowy, or hyper-realistic, there's guaranteed to be a mini Christmas tree that'll suit your home to a tee. These are the YourHomeStyle team's go-to destinations to shop stylish miniature Christmas trees.

Where can I buy mini Christmas trees?

Shop mini Christmas trees from Dunelm, Wilko, John Lewis, M&S, White Company and Homebase.

The best mini Christmas trees

Looking to shop miniature Christmas trees? Here are some of our favourite designs right now.

M&S Mini Christmas Tree

• Buy now from M&S, £29.50

• Height: 3ft
• Width: Approx 18"
• Style: Flocked
• Pre-lit? Yes

Why we love it This Marks & Spencer mini Christmas tree is the perfect accessory for a rustic-look home. The relaxed hessian base and flocked branches look amazing teamed with cottagecore-inspired decor, and it'll instantly bring a farmhouse feel to kitchens and bedrooms alike. We particularly love the fact that this miniature Christmas tree has warm white lights sitting within its snowy branches. When they're on in the evening, they'll make your home feel really cosy, and so much more inviting than if they were cool toned.

John Lewis Mini Christmas Tree

• Buy now from John Lewis, £45.00

• Height: 3ft
• Width: 16cm diameter
• Style: Realistic green
• Pre-lit? Yes

Why we love it Sometimes you don’t need to go all-out to make an impact, and while John Lewis' 90cm mini tree provides a perfect base for your favourite quirky baubles, you can also leave it exactly as it comes thanks to its realistic, rich forest green hue. We love the fact that this miniature Christmas tree comes in a simple zinc pot, and we also really like the fact that when you purchase it, you'll be supporting John Lewis in planting 10,000 real trees at their Leckford Estate. Our favourite idea? Try styling this in a porch with a dusting of artificial snow. It'll give the entrance of your home a totally magical feeling.

Cox & Cox Mini Christmas Tree

• Buy now from Cox & Cox, £125

• Height: 4ft
• Width: 16cm diameter
• Style: Realistic green, potted
• Pre-lit? Yes

Why we love it If you love traditional Christmas décor, this indoor outdoor mini tree from Cox & Cox will slot perfectly into a red, white and gold theme. Dress it up as much or as little as you like! We'd love to team those realistic branches with tartan accessories to evoke a bit of Highlands hygge. Finish the look with a stylish mini Christmas tree topper, et voila!

Wilko Mini Christmas Tree

• Buy now from Wilko, £55.00

• Height: 3ft
• Width: 63.5cm
• Style: Slim Christmas tree
• Pre-lit? No

Why we love it A Scandi-style gem, Wilko’s 3ft tabletop tree is super slim with hinged branches, making it a breeze to assemble and a great option if you’re short on space. Add some tiny firefly lights if you want extra sparkle, or style it solo for a stripped-back, simple look.

Homebase Mini Christmas Tree

• Buy now from Homebase, £67.00

• Height: 3.5ft
• Width: 58cm
• Style: Realistic green, potted
• Pre-lit? Yes

Why we love it If you’re after a no-fuss option, this mini tree from Homebase is just be what you’re looking for! It comes ready-potted in a stylish wooden barrel pot, and it's also pre lit with 50 lights and a timer function, it's so there’s no need to spend time and money adding extra mini fairy lights. All you need to do is tweak the branches and pop it in the desired space.

Dunelm Mini Christmas Tree

• Height: 35cm
• Width: Not specified
• Style: Downswept branches, flocked
• Pre-lit? No

Why we love it This snowy Dunelm mini tree is great if you’re looking for a budget-friendly Christmas fix – it’s got cool, retro downswept branches and it's an absolute steal at £12. We love the fact that it comes with a cute hessian base, and it's a great size to style on coffee tables, console tables or sideboards. It would also make a fab Christmassy present for friends and family - why not add your own ribbon bow for a thoughtful touch!

Lights4Fun Mini Christmas Tree

• Buy now from Lights4Fun, £34.99

• Height: 55cm (2ft)
• Width: Not specified
• Style: Light green fir
• Pre-lit? No

Why we love it The combination of a burlap base with a red and white checked bow gives this mini Christmas tree total rustic farmhouse vibes, and we love it! The great thing about this tree is the fact that you can get use out of it all year - add some little baubles and firefly lights to give it an extra festive feel, then style it as it comes for the rest of the months. You could even change up the ribbon to give it a seasonal makeover whenever you feel like a refresh!

More Christmas decor ideas: 

• The best Christmas wreaths
• 12 of the best Christmas tree toppers
• The best quirky Christmas baubles