Where To Buy A Christmas Tree Near Shelton-Derby

Shelton-Derby, CT — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it might still be possible to find the ideal Christmas tree for your family — and do it safely.

Did you know that 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.? And despite these unprecedented times, the tradition will continue in 2020. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as COVID-19 cases rise to ensure patrons can select a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a 2020 guide including 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.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the association wrote in its guide, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

Maximum head counts and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms near Shelton-Derby.

• Jones Family Farm - Valley Farm
• Sabia Tree Farm
• Fairview Tree Farm
• Maple Row Farm
• Plasko's Farm
• Filanowski Farms
• Paproski's Tree Farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery Tree Farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery
• Castle Hill Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few things to know, 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