Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Bethwood Area

Bethwood, CT — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s well-loved holiday traditions, it could still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the right Christmas tree this year — and more importantly, 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 practice will continue this holiday season. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as coronavirus cases rise to ensure locals can take home a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a special guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow. The guide advises sellers to frequently sanitize items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas.

"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 wrote in its guide. "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."

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of quality local farms near Bethwood.

• Drumlin Hill Tree Farm
• Geremia Farms
• Fairview Tree Farm
• Plasko's Farm
• Beaumont farm
• Filanowski Farms
• Broken Arrow Nursery Tree Farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery
• Jones Family Farm - Valley Farm - Temp. CLOSED

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