Where To Find A Christmas Tree Near New Milford

New Milford, CT — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it might still be possible to find the ideal Christmas tree for your family — and most importantly, do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are purchased each year across the U.S., and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 states.. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure shoppers can take home a 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 created a new guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers 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 trusted local farms in the New Milford area.

• Broken Arrow Nursery Tree Farm
• Abel's Trees
• Paproski's Tree Farm
• Fairview Tree Farm
• Sabia Tree Farm
• Angevine Farm
• Saltsman Christmas Tree Farm
• Maple Hollow Farm
• Castle Hill Farm
• Bees Fleas & Trees

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take some patience, practice and good advice. 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