Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Millburn-Short Hills

Millburn-Short Hills, NJ — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it could still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the ideal Christmas tree this year — and most importantly, 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 amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure patrons can take home a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has created a special guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers 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.

"It is likely that Christmas will have a greater significance for many in 2020 as we seek to offset the disruption of normalcy from COVID-19 with a family-oriented holiday experience," the association said in its guide. "However, shopping for a Christmas tree, the iconic centerpiece of the holiday, will be a different experience this year as the risks from COVID-19 must be taken seriously."

Maximum head counts and touchless, paperless payment systems are also being encouraged at the farms.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? See our selection of great local farms near Millburn-Short Hills.

• Cedar Grove Christmas Trees
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Creekside Farm
• Brookhollow's Barnyard
• Wolgast Christmas Tree Farm
• Great Swamp Greenhouses
• Egan Acres Tree Farm
• Kevin's Christmas Tree Lot
• NYC Trees
• Harris 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