Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Carmel

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

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 take home a 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 developed a special guide containing 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. An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of quality tree farms in the Carmel area.

• Sambol's Tree Farm
• Piney Acres Farm
• Clearview Family Christmas Tree Farm
• Welch's Holiday Farm
• Gore's Christmas Trees
• Dull's Tree Farm
• Wagoner Christmas Tree Farm
• Lost Forty Tree Farm
• Hilgert's Christmas Tree Farm
• Watts Christmas Tree Farm & Sparkle Shop

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 note, 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