Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Bed-Stuy Area

Bed-Stuy, NY — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the right Christmas tree this year — and do it safely.

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 practice will continue this year. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as coronavirus cases rise to ensure buyers can take home their favorite tree with minimal risk to their 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. The guide advises sellers to frequently sanitize items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of great local farms near Bed-Stuy.

• Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
• Greenpoint Trees
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Tyler's Trees
• Urban Garden Center
• NYC Trees
• NYC Trees
• Anthony Gallo Landscaping & Nursery
• Christmas Tree Brooklyn
• Tree Riders NYC

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, 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