LANDHOLDERS have taken the festive spirit outdoors to keep vulnerable native seedlings safe this Christmas.

About 300 young trees on private properties around Deuchar have been adorned with Christmas tinsel, tassels and trimmings to ward off animals in search of a tasty treat.

The trees were planted this year as part of the Condamine Alliance biodiversity project, Enrich, and need a helping hand while still young and small.

Condamine Alliance Enrich project leader Alexandra Kennedy said they were prepared to try anything to help the plants thrive.

"Kangaroos, wallabies and hares are the main culprits we are trying to protect the trees against," Ms Kennedy said.

"Young plants are particularly tempting for these animals because their leaves are tender and sweet. They like to snip the top off the plant and strip the leaves.

"We hope the shiny decorations will do the trick and force the animals to think twice about snacking on one of our plants."

Wire guards are also being used to protect other seedlings but, if successful, the Christmas decorations will be a much more affordable option.

Since the Condamine Alliance Enrich project began 12 months ago, 2286 native plants have been planted and 1300 hectares have been managed for weeds.

Feral animal management activities have also taken place across 650 hectares.

The project is supported by the Australian Government's Clean Energy Future Biodiversity Fund.