Small Christmas Trees

Small Christmas tree sizes for tabletops and apartments

Choose a small tree for tabletops, side tables, apartments, or compact spaces. Its scaled-down height and width make it ideal where a full-size tree isn't practical. Go for a tabletop style at the smaller end of the range if you want it on a sideboard, desk or shelf rather than the floor. A small tree also works well as a second tree if your household already has a large one elsewhere, for example, for a bedroom, office or kids' rooms. Check the tree's base type, whether it's a stand or a pot-style base, before you buy, as the base takes up proportionally more of the display on a small tree.

Compare small trees against the rest of our Christmas trees range, or check out our Slim Christmas Trees for a narrower alternative.

Small Christmas trees with lights already built in

Choose a pre-lit small tree if you'd rather skip adding a light string yourself. This is particularly useful given how fiddly lighting a compact tree's tighter branch spacing can be. It'll use a lower total light count than a full-size tree too, scaled to suit the smaller branch area, so you're not paying for more lighting than the tree needs. Go for a battery-operated model instead if you're placing the tree somewhere without a nearby power point. Stick with an unlit tree style if you already have a suitable light string or prefer to decorate without lights at all.

Pairing a small Christmas tree with the right decorations

Opt for smaller decorations over oversized baubles for a small tree, ensuring your ornaments stay in proportion with shorter, narrower branches. Stick to a simpler colour palette rather than a wide mix, too, as it tends to look more considered on a compact tree with less overall surface to work with. Buy a topper scaled to match to prevent a full-size topper from overwhelming the top branch of a shorter tree. Less is more on a compact tree; a few thoughtfully placed ornaments look more intentional than mimicking full-sized tree density.

Frequently asked questions

What height counts as a small Christmas tree?

Small trees generally range from around 55cm tabletop styles up to 1.6 metres. Anything taller than that is usually categorised as a medium, large or oversized tree instead.

Is a small Christmas tree easy for one person to set up alone?

Yes, small trees are generally light enough for one person to unpack, position and decorate without help. This is one of the main practical advantages over a full-size tree.

Can a small Christmas tree be placed outdoors on a balcony?

Small trees made for indoor use aren't generally rated for outdoor weather exposure. Check for an outdoor rating specifically if you're planning to place one on a balcony or patio.

How many decorations does a small Christmas tree typically need?

A small tree around 90cm to 1.6 metres generally looks well dressed with around 15 to 25 decorations. Fewer pieces often work better than many on a compact tree.

Does Temple & Webster sell small Christmas trees in a pot rather than a stand?

Yes, some small tree styles use a decorative pot base instead of a standard tripod stand. This works well if you want the tree to double as a standalone display piece rather than sitting on a traditional stand.