Where To Buy A Christmas Tree Near Manhattan

Manhattan, IL — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the ideal Christmas tree this year — and do it safely.

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.. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure buyers can select their ideal tree with minimal health and safety risk.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the the National Christmas Tree Association said on its website this year, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

In fact, the association has developed a new guide containing 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. Maximum head counts and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of trusted local farms within driving distance of Manhattan.

• NYC Trees
• Gopher Broke Farm
• Tree Riders NYC
• Uptown Christmas Trees from Gopher Broke Farm
• Hudson County Christmas Trees
• NYC Trees
• Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Tyler's Trees
• Kevin's Christmas Tree Lot

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