Albert is the story of a small Douglas fir named Albert who has lofty ambitions to become Empire City's most famous Christmas tree. When the search for this year's tree is revealed, Albert believes he has discovered his calling and embarks on a journey with his two best friends, Maisie the tenaciously optimistic plam tree and Gene the abrasive and blisteringly honest weed, to realize his destiny. Albert discovers the true meaning of Christmas despite a few prickly situations and Cactus Pete's efforts to hinder him.