Christmas Tree Farms In The Barnstable-Hyannis Area: Your 2020 Guide

Barnstable-Hyannis, MA — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it may still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the perfect Christmas tree — and 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.. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure locals can select a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a 2020 guide with 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. Special signage 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 great tree farms near Barnstable-Hyannis.

• Cape Abilities Farm
• Agway of Cape Cod - Chatham
• The Christmas Tree Farm
• Keith's Farm
• Packard Farm
• Tobey Farm

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