Where To Find A Christmas Tree Near Downers Grove

Downers Grove, IL — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s iconic holiday traditions, it could still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the perfect Christmas tree — and even 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 COVID-19 pandemic worsens to ensure patrons can take home their ideal tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has released a special guide full of recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, countertops, door handles and restrooms.

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 association said on its website.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of quality local farms near Downers Grove.

• Hacker's Glenbard Gardens
• Puckerville Farms
• The Home Depot
• Murphy's Christmas Trees
• L & M Tree Farm
• The Fields on Caton 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 tips to remember, 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