Christmas Tree Farms Near Shorewood: Your 2020 Guide

Shorewood, IL — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the right 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 despite these unprecedented times, the practice will continue in 2020. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure shoppers can select their ideal tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new guide with 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.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list in 2020, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms within driving distance of Shorewood.

• The Fields on Caton Farm
• Cupola House Tree Farm
• L & M Tree Farm
• Tri-County Stockdale Company Of Joliet
• Anderson Tree Farm
• Tammen Treeberry Farm
• Abbey Farms
• Bengtson Christmas Tree Farm
• Crosswind Farms
• Puckerville Farms

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