Christmas Tree Farms Near Southington: Your 2020 Guide

Southington, CT — It might still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree in 2020 — and most importantly, to do it safely, even as the coronavirus pandemic continues to worsen across the region.

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.? 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 select their favorite tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has created a special guide including 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 year, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Southington area.

• Maple Hollow Farm
• Dumas Tree Farm
• Dolan Christmas Tree Farm
• Jones Family Farm - Valley Farm
• Geremia Farms
• Charlie Brown's Christmas Tree Farm
• DeMaria Christmas Tree Farm
• Broken Arrow Nursery Tree Farm
• Bees Fleas & Trees
• Oak Ridge Tree Farm

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 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