Christmas Tree Farms Near North Center-Roscoe Village: Your 2020 Guide

North Center-Roscoe Village, IL — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it could still be possible to hunt for the ideal Christmas tree — and more importantly, do it safely.

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.? And 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 select a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new 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. An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and social-distancing rules 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 holiday wish list this year, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the North Center-Roscoe Village area.

• Chicago Christmas Tree Lots
• See Portfolio
• Jack Frost Winter Village
• The Home Depot
• Poor Bob's Tree Land
• City Tree Chicago Christmas Tree Delivery
• Svendsen's Christmas Trees
• Ivy's Christmas Trees

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few things to know, 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