For a slim Christmas tree that can still be the main tree, start with the Christow Slim Spruce 6ft. Its maker-stated 45cm diameter gives you a full-height tree without asking for much floor space. It is unlit, with flatter PVC foliage, so it is the practical fit-first choice rather than the most natural-looking one.
If even 45cm is too wide, the 5ft Christow is narrower at 40cm. If you can spare more room, the VeriNatural offers moulded PE foliage, while the North Valley Spruce gives ornaments a wider 74cm outline. The 7ft pre-lit Christow suits a taller space, but measure the ceiling before choosing it.
We chose these five for different floor plans and decorating preferences. Moulded PE tips can look more like real needles; flatter PVC strips can make a slim tree look full once shaped. Check the exact assembled width as well as the height—“pencil” and “slim” are not standard measurements.
Our top 5 picks
Best for a very small corner
A maker-stated 40cm diameter and 5ft height for the tightest corner.
Best overall slim pick
A full 6ft height with a maker-stated 45cm diameter; add your own lights.
Best for moulded foliage
Moulded PE needles and an approximate seller-stated 55–60cm width; confirm the assembled spread.
Best for more ornament room
National Tree Company North Valley Spruce Pencil 6ft
A maker-stated 29in (about 74cm) diameter gives decorations more room.
Best tall pre-lit pick
Christow Pre-Lit Aspen Spruce Pencil 7ft
Built-in lights and a maker-stated 53cm diameter; check ceiling clearance.
Comparison at a glance
| Tree | Distinct reason to choose it | Height | Stated width | Foliage and lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christow Slim Spruce 5ft | Best for a very small corner | 150cm / 5ft | 40cm | 236 PVC tips; Unlit |
| Christow Slim Spruce 6ft | Best 6ft tree for a 45cm footprint | 180cm / 6ft | 45cm | 321 PVC tips; Unlit |
| VeriNatural Slim PE 180cm | Best for moulded foliage in a narrow space | 180cm / about 6ft | Approximately 55–60cm (seller-stated) | PE foliage; seller counts 3,148 needles; Unlit |
| National Tree Company North Valley Spruce Pencil 6ft | Best slim tree with more decorating space | About 183cm / 6ft | 29in / about 74cm | Branch-tip material not specified; Unlit |
| Christow Pre-Lit Aspen Spruce Pencil 7ft | Best tall pre-lit pencil tree | 210cm / 7ft | 53cm | 416 PVC tips; 190 built-in dual-colour LEDs |
On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every column. Four widths are maker-stated assembled diameters. The VeriNatural figure is an approximate seller-stated item width; its assembled branch spread is unconfirmed, so check the exact variation before ordering.
The five best slim artificial Christmas trees
Best for a very small corner
1. Christow Slim Spruce 5ft
The shortest and narrowest choice here gives a small flat or tight landing a proper floor-standing tree without taking over the room. Christow specifies the assembled 40cm diameter, so the footprint is easier to plan than a vague “slim” claim.
At a glance: 150cm / 5ft tall; 40cm wide; 236 PVC tips; unlit. Pre-attached flexible branches; clip-together plastic stand.
Main limitation: At 5ft, it can look undersized in a larger living room. Its PVC tips are flatter than moulded PE, and the slender branches suit lighter decorations.
Choose it if
You have very little floor width or want a smaller second tree.
Skip it if
You want a room-filling main tree or moulded PE foliage.
Check the maker’s specification for the stated design or range; confirm the exact Amazon variation before ordering.
Best 6ft tree for a 45cm footprint
2. Christow Slim Spruce 6ft
This is the clearest answer when width is the hard limit but you still want a recognisable 6ft tree. Christow gives a 45cm diameter, well below many products sold as “slim”; the pre-attached branches avoid sorting loose pieces.
At a glance: 180cm / 6ft tall; 45cm wide; 321 PVC tips; unlit. Pre-attached flexible branches; clip-together plastic stand.
Main limitation: The pencil silhouette is deliberately narrow, so it will not hold the same spread of baubles as a wider tree. You will need to add your own lights and spend time shaping the PVC tips.
Choose it if
You can spare only about half a metre of floor diameter.
Skip it if
You want a broader decorated silhouette or ready-fitted lighting.
Check the maker’s specification for the stated design or range; confirm the exact Amazon variation before ordering.
Best for moulded foliage in a narrow space
3. VeriNatural Slim PE 180cm
If you can give the tree a little more floor space than the 45cm Christow, this listing offers moulded PE needles and a softer, layered outline. It is the foliage-led option for someone who dislikes the flatter look of all-PVC pencil trees.
At a glance: 180cm / about 6ft tall; Approximately 55–60cm (seller-stated) wide; PE foliage; seller counts 3,148 needles; unlit. 13 push-fit branches; square metal base.
Main limitation: The seller states approximately 55–60cm width, but we have not independently confirmed the assembled branch spread. Thirteen separate branches take more setup than pre-attached designs; check the exact width before ordering.
Choose it if
You value close-up needle shape and can allow roughly 60cm width.
Skip it if
You need a guaranteed sub-50cm footprint or fastest assembly.
Check the maker’s specification for the stated design or range; confirm the exact Amazon variation before ordering.
Best slim tree with more decorating space
4. National Tree Company North Valley Spruce Pencil 6ft
Its maker specifies a 29-inch diameter, giving more room for ornaments than a 40–45cm pencil tree while staying much narrower than a full-size fir. Hinged branches and a metal stand make it a practical middle ground for a small living room.
At a glance: About 183cm / 6ft tall; 29in / about 74cm wide; Branch-tip material not specified; unlit. Pre-attached hinged branches; folding metal stand.
Main limitation: At about 74cm wide, it is not a solution for the narrowest hallway. The listing does not clearly establish a PE/PVC mix, and the maker says proper shaping is needed.
Choose it if
You have around 75cm of width and want more branch space for decorations.
Skip it if
Your limit is closer to 45cm or moulded PE is essential.
Check the maker’s specification for the stated design or range; confirm the exact Amazon variation before ordering.
Best tall pre-lit pencil tree
5. Christow Pre-Lit Aspen Spruce Pencil 7ft
A 53cm diameter is notably narrow for a 7ft tree, and the built-in lights remove the fiddly job of winding a long string around a pencil shape. Christow documents the exact 7ft variant and its light count.
At a glance: 210cm / 7ft tall; 53cm wide; 416 PVC tips; 190 built-in dual-colour leds. Pre-attached flexible branches; clip-together plastic stand.
Main limitation: Check ceiling clearance before buying: under a 230cm ceiling, a 210cm tree leaves only around 20cm for a topper and space above it. PVC tips and integrated lights are less flexible than an unlit PE tree with replaceable separate lights.
Choose it if
You have enough ceiling height and want a narrow tree already lit.
Skip it if
Your ceiling is low or you want to change the lighting independently.
Check the maker’s specification for the stated design or range; confirm the exact Amazon variation before ordering.
Which slim tree should you choose?
Choose the 6ft Christow if width is the deciding factor: its maker-stated 45cm diameter is the narrowest full-height option here. The 5ft Christow saves another 5cm and suits a smaller corner. Choose the VeriNatural if moulded PE tips matter more than a guaranteed sub-50cm footprint, but confirm its assembled spread first. The North Valley Spruce gives ornaments more room at about 74cm wide; the pre-lit 7ft Christow trades extra height for the convenience of built-in lights.
Measure your floor space
Mark the tree’s diameter on the floor, then leave space for doors, curtains, seating and a safe walking route. A 45cm pencil tree can fit where a 74cm tree cannot, but a larger diameter offers more branch space for ornaments. Do not confuse stand width with branch spread. If a listing quotes only a box size or a vague “slim” label, ask for the assembled diameter.
Check height and foliage
Measure to the lowest ceiling fitting and allow room above the tree for a topper. A 7ft tree can look elegant in a narrow corner but may feel cramped beneath a 2.3m ceiling. PE is moulded into more three-dimensional needles; PVC is flatter and can still make a good-looking tree when carefully shaped. Our realistic-tree buying guide explains what to look for in close-up photographs.
Choose pre-lit or unlit
Pre-lit saves time but ties the tree to its built-in lighting. Check light colour, cable length and warranty. With unlit trees you can change the scheme or replace a failed string separately. Follow Electrical Safety First’s Christmas-light guidance: inspect lights for damage, keep connections dry and switch them off when leaving home or going to bed.
Style and shape a pencil tree
- Shape from the inside: pull inner tips outwards to hide the trunk before adding decorations.
- Scale the ornaments: use smaller baubles near the top and avoid crowding the lower pencil branches.
- Work with the corner: position the tree so it does not block a doorway or access to a plug.
- Check from the sofa: a silhouette that looks full up close may show gaps from across the room.
For a broader focal point, compare the full artificial-tree shortlist instead. A pencil design is a space-saving choice, not automatically the most realistic-looking tree.
How we chose
We chose trees with genuinely narrow stated widths, then compared how their height, foliage, lighting and branches would work in different rooms. The Christow and National Tree Company dimensions come from their makers; the VeriNatural width is an approximate seller-stated figure, not an independently confirmed assembled spread. We have not assembled or tested these trees ourselves. Check the exact variation, current dimensions, delivery and returns before ordering.
The bottom line
Choose the 6ft Christow if 45cm is your firm width limit. Drop to its 5ft version for a very small corner; consider the VeriNatural for moulded PE tips if its approximate width works; choose the North Valley Spruce for more ornament room, or the 7ft pre-lit Christow only after checking ceiling clearance. Measure the floor space before the tree, not after it arrives.
Frequently asked questions
What counts as a slim artificial Christmas tree?
There is no standard width. In this guide the stated assembled diameters run from 40cm to about 74cm. Measure the available floor space and compare the exact product diameter rather than relying on “slim” or “pencil” in a title.
How wide is a 6ft slim Christmas tree?
It varies substantially: the 6ft models compared here range from a stated 45cm to about 74cm in diameter. Check the exact variation and allow extra space to walk around it.
Can a pencil Christmas tree be a main tree?
Yes, especially in a small flat or narrow living room. It will have less room for large decorations than a full tree, so plan lighter ornaments and distribute them rather than crowding the tips.
Is PE better than PVC for a slim tree?
Moulded PE tips can look more like natural needles up close. PVC tips are flatter and can still give a good festive outline after shaping. Material does not tell you whether the tree fits: compare its actual diameter too.
Are pre-lit slim Christmas trees worth it?
They save wrapping lights around a narrow shape. Check light colour, cable length, warranty and whether failed sections can be repaired or replaced. Separate lights are easier to change when your colour scheme changes.
Will a 7ft pencil tree fit under a standard UK ceiling?
Measure rather than assume. A 210cm tree under a 230cm ceiling leaves only about 20cm before a topper and clearance. Check the listing’s stated assembled height and any ceiling fitting above it.
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