Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Millbrae

Millbrae, CA — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it might still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family this year — and more importantly, 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. And during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic to ensure buyers can select a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

Tree lot operators and choose-and-cut farms "must protect the health and safety of their employees, provide customers with the confidence they need so they can enjoy selecting a tree without risk and demonstrate to state and local officials they are conducting business responsibly," the the National Christmas Tree Association wrote on its website this year.

In fact, the association has circulated a new guide containing recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas. Maximum head counts and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your holiday wish list this year, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms within driving distance of Millbrae.

• Santas Tree Farm and Village
• Emerald Forest Christmas Trees & Great Pumpkin Patch
• Highway 92 Succulents
• Brent's Christmas Trees
• Honey Bear Trees
• ABC Tree Farms & Pick Of The Patch Pumpkins
• Balsam Hill
• 4-C's Christmas Tree Farm
• Christmas Tree Jamboree
• Cozzolino's Christmas Trees

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