Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Saint Paul

Saint Paul, MN — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s well-loved holiday traditions, it could still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family this year — and do it safely.

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

Tree lot operators and choose-and-cut farms "must protect the health and safety of their employees, provide customers with the confidence they need so they can enjoy selecting a tree without risk and demonstrate to state and local officials they are conducting business responsibly," the the National Christmas Tree Association wrote on its website this year.

In fact, the association has circulated a new guide containing 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. Special signage and touchless, paperless payment systems are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Saint Paul area.

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