Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch Area

Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch, CA — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it should still be possible to hunt for the perfect Christmas tree — and do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are sold each year across the U.S., and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 states.. And despite these unprecedented times, the tree market is still up and running in 2020. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure patrons can take home their favorite tree with minimal health and safety risk.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the the National Christmas Tree Association wrote 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 released a new 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 touchless, paperless payment systems are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of trusted tree farms in the Rancho Bernardo-4s Ranch area.

• Purdy Tree Farms
• Waynes World of Trees & Pumpkin Patch
• Pinery Christmas Trees
• Tom's Adventures Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Tree - Mira Mesa - Temp. CLOSED
• Evergreen Nursery
• Highland Valley Christmas Tree Farm
• Great West Christmas Trees
• Lowe's Home Improvement

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, according to 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