Where To Find A Christmas Tree In The Newark Area

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

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 said on its website this year.

In fact, the association has developed a 2020 guide full of recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers to follow. Sellers are advised to frequently sanitize 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 Newark area.

• KLM Tree Farm
• Alpine Christmas Trees
• Skyline Ranch Tree Farm
• 4-C's Christmas Tree Farm
• Castro Valley Christmas Tree Farm
• Santas Tree Farm and Village
• Cozzolino's Christmas Trees
• Sea Scouts Christmas Trees
• Morning Glory Farm Christmas Trees
• Pick of The Patch Pumpkins & ABC Tree Farms

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take 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