Christmas Tree Farms Near Fort Lee: Your 2020 Guide

Fort Lee, NJ — 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 a hunt for the right Christmas tree 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.? And despite these unprecedented times, the tree market is still up and running this year. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as COVID-19 cases rise to ensure locals can select a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has created a special guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas. An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged.

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 association said on its website.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? See our selection of quality tree farms in the Fort Lee area.

• Anthony Gallo Landscaping & Nursery
• Kevin's Christmas Tree Lot
• Hudson County Christmas Trees
• Harlem Christmas Trees - Temp. CLOSED
• Gopher Broke Farm
• NYC Christmas Trees
• Urban Garden Center
• Gopher Broke Farm
• Gopher Broke Farm
• Uptown Christmas Trees from Gopher Broke Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few things to know, 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