Christmas Tree Farms Near Glen Ellyn: Your 2020 Guide

Glen Ellyn, IL — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to find the right Christmas tree for your family — and do it safely.

Did you know that at least 25 million real Christmas trees are sold 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 coronavirus cases rise to ensure shoppers can take home a tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

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."

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of trusted tree farms in the Glen Ellyn area.

• L & M Tree Farm
• L & M Tree Farm
• Platt Hill Nursery
• Poor Bob's Tree Land
• Ivy's Christmas Trees
• Hacker's Glenbard Gardens
• Abbey Farms
• Murphy's Christmas Trees
• The Fields on Caton Farm
• Puckerville Farms

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