Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury, MA — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to 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 sold 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 COVID-19 cases rise to ensure shoppers can select a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a 2020 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.

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 association said in its guide.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms within driving distance of Shrewsbury.

• Luks Tree Farm
• Sleighbell Christmas Tree Farm & Gift Barn
• Stowe Farm
• Highfields Christmas Tree Farm
• Houde's Christmas Tree Farm
• Mistletoe Christmas Tree Farm
• Wolf Hill Farm
• Evergreen Farm
• Ellsworth Christmas Tree Farm
• Riverwind 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 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