Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Hopkins Area

Hopkins, MN — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to find the right Christmas tree for your family — and do it safely.

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 buyers can take home their perfect tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has created a special guide full of 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.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of trusted local farms in the Hopkins area.

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

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. 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