Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Westford

Westford, MA — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s iconic holiday traditions, it might still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the right 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. And 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 select their ideal tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has released a special guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, countertops, door handles and restrooms.

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

Special signage and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged at the farms.

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 Westford.

• CJ Donovan & Sons Nursery
• Rollie's Tree Farm
• White Gate Christmas Tree Farm
• Riverwind Tree Farm
• Wolf Hill Farm
• Cucurbit Farm
• Mistletoe Christmas Tree Farm
• Doe Orchards
• Pierce's Tree Farm
• Greenwood Tree Farm

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 know, courtesy of 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