Albert is a little Douglas fir tree who loves Christmas more than anyone. So when a TV newscast announces the search for the most famous Christmas tree, Albert knows he is meant to be that tree. With his friends Maisie the palm tree and Gene the weed, he embarks on a road trip adventure to make his dream come true. Along the way, they attract the attention of a villainous Christmas-loathing cactus named Pete. When Albert is not chosen, Pete redirects his efforts towards the chosen tree and plots to ruin Christmas for everyone - unless Albert and the gang can stop him first.