Woodbridge Christmas Tree Farm Guide For 2020

Woodbridge, NJ — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it might still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family — and do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are sold each year across America, and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states. And despite these unprecedented times, the practice will continue in 2020. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens to ensure locals can select their perfect tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a special guide with 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.

"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 wrote on its website. "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 social-distancing rules are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your holiday wish list in 2020, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms within driving distance of Woodbridge.

• Harris Farm
• Barclay's Tree Farm
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Anne Ellen Christmas Tree Farm
• Cedar Grove Christmas Trees
• Wolgast Christmas Tree Farm
• Stable Roots Farm
• Creekside Farm
• Sigismondi Farms
• John and Joan's Road Stand

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few things to know, 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