Christmas Tree Farms Near Woodridge: Your 2020 Guide

Woodridge, IL — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it might still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family this year — and even more importantly, do it safely.

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 tradition will continue this year. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as coronavirus cases rise to ensure locals can take home their ideal tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

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 created a new guide containing 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.

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 near Woodridge.

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

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few things to remember, 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