Why do artificial trees have to be pricey? Looks like I won't decorate. Pity, this would have been my first time having decor for the holidays in almost a decade.

i got a mini xmas tree from 5 below for $5

They are more pricey because they are made to be used for years. So you have to see it as an investment. You can wait and catch one on clearance the day after Christmas for next year?