Christmas Tree Farms In The Richfield Area: Your 2020 Guide

Richfield, MN — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it could still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the right Christmas tree this year — and do it safely.

Did you know that 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? During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as coronavirus cases rise to ensure shoppers can take home a tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a special guide full of 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. Maximum head counts and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of quality tree farms near Richfield.

• Happy Land Tree Farms
• Troop 212
• Erickson Bros Tree Farm
• Fox Farm Market
• St Croix Valley Trees
• The University Of Mn Forestry Club Xmas Tree Lot
• Leverty's Traditional Trees
• Our Farm Christmas Trees
• Hansen Tree Farm
• Krueger's Christmas 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, 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