A Christmas Myth While spruce trees are not home to ticks, many creatures, including the conifer aphid, may still live on the tree. Conifers, like this Norway Spruce, can also be used for wreaths and swags. The holidays are one of my favorite times to be home. In the days leading up to Christmas, my parent’s house is filled with the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close NewsletterToday's breaking news and more in your inboxEmail(Required) I'm interested in (please check all that apply)(Required) Daily Newsletter Breaking News Obituaries Are you a paying subscriber to the newspaper?(Required) Yes No Nature The Frogs Of Summer Experiencing The Golden Hour Fifty-Plus Years On Chautauqua Lake Bugs Are Sure To light Up Night Rain, Rain, Go Away! Or Not? Senses And Nature