Aliso Viejo Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2020

Aliso Viejo, CA — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s iconic holiday traditions, it may still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family — and do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are sold each year across America, and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure shoppers can select their perfect tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a 2020 guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas. An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? See our selection of great local farms in the Aliso Viejo area.

• Bennett's Best Christmas Trees & Pumpkins
• Peltzer Pines - Silverado
• Peltzer Pines Christmas Tree Farm
• The Wickerd Farm
• Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Tree Farm
• The Vineyard 1924
• Farmakis Farms
• Sand Haven Pines
• Tanaka Farms
• Purdy Tree Farms

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few tips to remember, from the National Christmas Tree Association:

• What to know about fake Christmas trees
• Knowing the different types of real Christmas trees
• Tips on selecting a real tree
• Caring for your tree
• Christmas tree safety
• How to recycle your tree