Fair Oaks-Carmichael Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2020

Fair Oaks-Carmichael, CA — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it may still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family this year — and do it safely.

Did you know that 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 as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens to ensure locals can take home a tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the the National Christmas Tree Association said on its website this year, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

In fact, the association has circulated a special guide with 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. An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Fair Oaks-Carmichael area.

• Mikey's Christmas Trees
• Billy's Farm
• McGee Christmas Tree Farm
• Snowy Peaks Tree Farm
• Hidden Canyon Christmas Tree Farm
• Sierra Magnifica Christmas Tree Farm
• Bishop's Pumpkin Farm
• Silveyville Pumpkin & Christmas Tree Farm
• Hacienda Orchards
• Bambi's Christmas Tree Land

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take a bit of patience and practice. 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