Newington Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2020

Newington, CT — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it should 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 America, and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure patrons can select a 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 said 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 developed 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.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of quality local farms near Newington.

• Maple Hollow Farm
• Oak Ridge Tree Farm
• Geremia Farms
• Beaumont farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery Tree Farm
• Scott's Orchard & Nursery Landscaping
• Indian Hill Brook Tree Farm
• Rose's Berry Farm
• DeMaria Christmas Tree Farm
• Charlie Brown's Christmas Tree Farm

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 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