Scientists in Germany are in the process of cloning the perfect Christmas tree.
They are searching a way to ensure that the sensitive saplings of the popular Nordmann fir species grow into impressive specimens, News.com.au reported.
The fir is native to the Caucasus, but is often cultivated on massive plantations in Germany.
Biologist Kurt Zoglauer of Berlin's Humboldt University said 40 percent of trees don't make the cut when they mature after 10 to 14 years.
Some are stunted ...
Scientists in Germany are in the process of cloning the perfect Christmas tree.
They are searching a way to ensure that the sensitive saplings of the popular Nordmann fir species grow into impressive specimens, News.com.au reported.
The fir is native to the Caucasus, but is often cultivated on massive plantations in Germany.
Biologist Kurt Zoglauer of Berlin's Humboldt University said 40 percent of trees don't make the cut when they mature after 10 to 14 years.
Some are stunted ...