Looking For A Christmas Tree Near Banning-Beaumont? Find Local Farms

Banning-Beaumont, CA — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it might still be possible to find the right Christmas tree for your family this year — and most importantly, do it safely.

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

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a special guide full of recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, countertops, door handles and restrooms.

"It is likely that Christmas will have a greater significance for many in 2020 as we seek to offset the disruption of normalcy from COVID-19 with a family-oriented holiday experience," the association said on its website. "However, shopping for a Christmas tree, the iconic centerpiece of the holiday, will be a different experience this year as the risks from COVID-19 must be taken seriously."

Special signage and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of quality local farms in the Banning-Beaumont area.

• The Home Depot
• The Wickerd Farm
• Live Oak Canyon Pumpkin Patch and Christmas Tree Farm
• Rye Farms
• Greenspot Farm
• Ashton's Christmas Tree Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few things to know, 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