Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near New Haven

New Haven, CT — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s well-loved holiday traditions, it could still be possible to find the ideal 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 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 amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure patrons can select their favorite tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new guide full of recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers 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.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms within driving distance of New Haven.

• Fairview Tree Farm
• Oak Ridge Tree Farm
• Sabia Tree Farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery Tree Farm
• Geremia Farms
• Beaumont farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery
• Filanowski Farms
• Dolan Christmas Tree Farm
• Castle Hill Farm

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