Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Wilmington

Wilmington, MA — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it could still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family this year — and do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are sold each year across the U.S., and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 states.. And despite these unprecedented times, the practice will continue this year. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure locals can take home a 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 wrote 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 providers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas.

If a real Christmas tree is on your holiday wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms near Wilmington.

• Ingraham Christmas Tree Farm
• Smolak Farms
• Rollie's Tree Farm
• Greenwood Tree Farm
• White Gate Christmas Tree Farm
• King's Tree Farm & Nursery
• Crane Neck Tree Farm
• CJ Donovan & Sons Nursery
• Cucurbit Farm
• Marini 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 tips to remember, 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