Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Aberdeen

Aberdeen, MD — It should still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree this year — and most importantly, to do it safely, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen across the region.

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? And despite these unprecedented times, the tradition will continue this year. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as COVID-19 cases rise to ensure locals can select their ideal tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the the National Christmas Tree Association said on its website this year, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

In fact, the association has created a 2020 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. An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged.

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

• Hemlock farm christmas trees
• Spruce Grove Tree Farm
• Valley View Farms
• Gunpowder Tree Farm
• Pine Valley Christmas Trees
• Fritz Farm & Nursery
• Miller's Meadowood Christmas Tree Farm
• Davidson Tree Farm
• Payne Christmas Trees
• Cherry Grove Xmas Tree Farm

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