Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Eden Prairie

Eden Prairie, MN — It should still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season — and most importantly, to do it safely, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen across the region.

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.. And during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as coronavirus cases rise to ensure buyers can select their perfect tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a special guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers 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.

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

An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of quality tree farms within driving distance of Eden Prairie.

• Krueger's Christmas Tree Farm
• Our Farm Christmas Trees
• Happy Land Tree Farms
• Hansen's Tree Farm
• St Croix Valley Trees
• Leverty's Traditional Trees
• Fox Farm Market
• B&J Evergreen
• Erickson Bros Tree Farm
• The University Of Mn Forestry Club Xmas Tree Lot

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, from 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