Channahon-Minooka Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2020

Channahon-Minooka, IL — It could still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season — and to do it safely, even as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen across the region.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are purchased each year across America, and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states. And despite these unprecedented times, the practice will continue in 2020. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure locals can select a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a new guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas. Special signage and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged.

"It is likely that Christmas will have a greater significance for many in 2020 as we seek to offset the disruption of normalcy from COVID-19 with a family-oriented holiday experience," the association said in its guide. "However, shopping for a Christmas tree, the iconic centerpiece of the holiday, will be a different experience this year as the risks from COVID-19 must be taken seriously."

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of trusted tree farms near Channahon-Minooka.

• Abbey Farms
• Tammen Treeberry Farm
• Cupola House Tree Farm
• Indian Creek Christmas Tree Farm
• The Fields on Caton Farm
• Russ & Dee's Christmas Tree Farm
• Puckerville Farms
• Anderson Tree Farm
• Crosswind Farms
• Tri-County Stockdale Company Of Joliet

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. 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