Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Palos Area

Palos, IL — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it could still be possible to hunt for the ideal Christmas tree — and do it safely.

Did you know that 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? During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens to ensure locals can select a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

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 the National Christmas Tree Association said on its website this year.

In fact, the association has developed a new guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, countertops, door handles and restrooms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Palos area.

• L & M Tree Farm
• Murphy's Christmas Trees
• L & M Tree Farm
• Puckerville Farms
• Crosswind Farms
• The Fields on Caton Farm
• Abbey Farms
• Cupola House Tree Farm
• Ivy's Christmas Trees
• City Tree Chicago Christmas Tree Delivery

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