Looking For A Christmas Tree Near Foxborough? Find Local Farms

Foxborough, MA — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it may still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree this year — and more importantly, do it safely.

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 during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as COVID-19 cases rise to ensure locals can take home a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

"It is likely that Christmas will have a greater significance for many in 2020 as we seek to offset the disruption of normalcy from COVID-19 with a family-oriented holiday experience," the the National Christmas Tree Association wrote on its website this year. "However, shopping for a Christmas tree, the iconic centerpiece of the holiday, will be a different experience this year as the risks from COVID-19 must be taken seriously."

In fact, the association has developed a 2020 guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow. Sellers are advised to frequently sanitize items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas. 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, see our selection of quality tree farms in the Foxborough area.

• Packard Farm
• Wolf Hill Farm
• Pakeen Farm
• Highfields Christmas Tree Farm
• Indian Rock Farm
• Vandervalk Farm & Winery
• Ellsworth Christmas Tree Farm
• Miller's Family Farm
• Houde's Christmas Tree Farm
• Lockwood Christmas Tree Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few things 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