Marlboro-Coltsneck Christmas Tree Farm Guide For 2020

Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s well-loved holiday traditions, it might still be possible to hunt for the perfect Christmas tree — 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 holiday season. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure shoppers can select their perfect 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 said on its website this year.

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

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms within driving distance of Marlboro-Coltsneck.

• Oak Hill Farms
• Keris Christmas Tree Farm
• Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm
• Wolgast Christmas Tree Farm
• Sigismondi Farms
• Countryview Farm Nursery
• McLaughlin Tree Farm - Christmas Trees & Nursery
• Harris Farm
• Barclay's Tree Farm
• Conover's Farm Christmas Tree Farm

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few things to remember, 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