7 Popular Stores in Metro Manila for Christmas Tree Shopping If there’s one symbol of Christmas here in the Philippines aside from the good old parol (starshaped Christmas lantern), it’s probably the Christmas tree. Adorned with hundreds of ornaments, bright Christmas lights, and a special star or ornament on top, a Christmas tree is where the family gathers on Christmas mornings to savor what’s left of the previous night’s yummy noche buena and enjoy each other’s company while opening Christmas gifts. If you’re excited to buy a new Christmas tree for your home this 2017, check out this list of where to buy Christmas trees in Metro Manila and find the tree in the price, size, design, or color you are looking for.
1. Ingarden Where: No. 6 Unit B&C 11th Jamboree St., Quezon City
High-quality Christmas trees and some quirky tree decors at Ingarden (Images: Ingarden’s Facebook Page) Ingarden started in the Philippines in 2013 and has since become known for its high-quality ornaments and artificial plants crafted with intricate details that’ll make one look twice to check whether they are real or not. Ingarden also offers custom designing services from faux vertical gardens to Christmas trees for your home or office. Ingarden’s Christmas trees range in price and size from PhP7,000 for a 4-foot tree to PhP40,000 for a 10-foot one. If you are following a specific theme this Christmas, Ingarden’s trees also come in other colors aside from green with matching ornaments of similar colors. Read: 5 Reliable Places in Metro Manila Where You Can Buy Christmas Decors
2. Dapitan Arcade and Dapitan Tiangge Where: 39 Dapitan corner Kanlaon St., Bgy. Sta. Teresita, Quezon City
Dapitan Arcade and Dapitan Tiangge are filled with miniature Christmas trees and Santa Claus statues. (Images: L, Tine Nivera; R, Pia Coscolluela Javier) Dapitan Arcade, known for its collection of various home items and decors, has been a famous shopping destination for those who love to haggle and get their money’s worth. But unbeknownst to many, it also has a sibling called Dapitan Tiangge that also offers a wide range of products such as various festive décors and displays during the holiday season. Christmas trees in Dapitan Tiangge and Dapitan Arcade range in height from 5 to 10 feet, and prices start at PhP2,500 to PhP7,000 depending on the size and on the shopper’s negotiation skills.
3. Parolan Bazaar Where: Times Square Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City
Parolan Bazaar boasts of hundreds of Christmas items.
Another affordable option for frugal shoppers is Parolan Bazaar in Cubao. Located in front of the Araneta Center Bus Station, it houses typical Christmas decors, from Christmas trees, faux Christmas plants like poinsettias, and ornaments like Christmas balls, capiz balls, and parol. Christmas trees in Parolan Bazaar range in price from PhP250 to PhP3,500 depending on the size and design. If you don’t have the time to build and design your own tree, you can also find fully adorned Christmas trees here at PhP5,000. Read: Guide to Exploring Old and New Cubao Stores for the Best Shopping Trip
4. Natural Art Flowers and Decors Shop Where: 4th Floor Han's Infinite Tools Bldg. 801 Tayuman St. Corner G. Perfecto St., Metro Manila
Style your home this Christmas with Natural Art’s exquisite materials. (Images: Badong Gaen)
Natural Art Flowers and Decors Shop started out as a trade company which brought to the country high-quality artificial and fresh flowers and various decors from different parts of the globe. Although they are now more known for their styling services, Natural Arts still has a shop in Manila where you can purchase the same materials that they use for their styling projects. An ordinary tree in Natural Art starts at 4 feet and is priced at PhP739.75 and it can go as high as 7 feet for PhP2,780. For trees with bristle leaves, the price starts at PhP4,989.75 for a 6foot-tall tree and can go as high as PhP6,989.75 for an 8-foot-tall tree.
5. Chrysara NEST Where: 776 Col. Buenaventura St. (formerly East St.), Mandaluyong City
Christmas angels and ornaments reimagined at Chrysara NEST (Images: Chrysara Nest’s Facebook and Instagram Pages)
If you’re not one to use traditional Christmas decors and displays, Chrysara NEST might be the store for you. Chrysara NEST is known for its elegant and unique home decors. The store also offers ornaments for the holidays with its own version of Christmas trees, nativity scene, and even angels and saints. For a unique Christmas tree this holiday season, Chrysara NEST’s 14-inch three-dimensional trees are priced at PhP2,200, while their 16-inch half layer trees are priced at PhP1,300. The store also entertains requests for purchasing wholesale items.
6. Unique Novelties and Toys Where: 715 Zorra St., Paltok San Francisco Del Monte, Quezon City
A sample of the ornaments in Unique Novelties and Toys (Image: Unique Novelties and Toys Facebook Page) Another option for budget-conscious customers is Unique Novelties and Toys in Quezon City. They specialize in importing various Christmas decors, gifts, and novelty items, and supplying it
to major retailers and department stores in the Metro. But aside from catering to their major buyers, their warehouse is also open to everyday customers who want to purchase their items at an affordable price. For Christmas trees, Unique Novelties and Toys has various types that vary in size, color, and design. The cheapest buy is the 6-foot-tall slim Christmas tree which is priced at PhP875. Prices can go as high as PhP27,500 for a 10-foot-tall frosty Christmas tree.
7. True Value Where: Various branches
From LED lights to faux pines, different kinds of Christmas trees can be found in True Value. (Images: True Value Facebook Page) True Value has been in the retail industry since 1948, and is known for carrying a wide array of products to help its customers beautify, prepare, and improve their home. They carry
everything from houseware to hardware items, automotive materials, paints and sundries, pet care and personal care products, and wellness items among others. True Value also offers a wide range of Christmas trees that vary in height, design, and materials. Customers can visit their stores for price ranges. Check out a list of stores where you can buy Christmas decors and displays or browse the Specialty Goods category of the ShoppersGuide Directory.