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15 Places to Buy a Christmas Tree
It's time to get the house ready for the holidays. The best way to start is with a fresh Christmas tree.

Whether you are cutting down your own or choosing from a lot, there are numerous business in the Hamptons that are ready to sell you a Christmas tree this year. Â
1. Shinnecock Hardware, Inc.
Located at 91 West Montauk Highway, Shinnecock Hardware will have a nice selection of Christmas trees, from Balsam firs to Fraser firs. For more information, call (631) 728-4602.
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2. Hampton Nursery
Like it does every year, Hampton Nursery, located at 205 West Montauk Highway, is filling its garden with hundreds of Balsam and Fraser firs. Nursery workers are ready to strap the perfect tree to the family car. For more information call, (631) 728-1160.
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3. East Quogue Fire Department
To raise funds, the East Quogue Fire Department will hold its annual Christmas tree sale at its headquarters, Main Street, East Quogue, starting Dec. 1. For more information, call (631) 653-5101.
4. Aspatuck Gardens
Aspatuck Gardens, located at 303 Montauk Highway in Westhampton Beach, has a large selection of top-quality, fresh cut Balsam and Fraser firs. Not only will workers help pick out that perfect tree, but they will deliver it free of charge. For more information, call (631) 288-3222.
5. Lynch's Garden Center
With some 1,600 fresh-cut trees available, anyone will be sure to find the perfect tree at Lynch's Garden Center, 175 North Sea Road, Southampton. For more information, call (631) 283-5515.
6. Joseph A. Hren Nurseries
Joseph A Hren Nurseries, 530 Montauk Highway, East Hampton has a large selection of premium Balsam and Fraser firs. Perfect for decorating. For more information, call (631) 324-0640.
7. Buckley's Flower Shop
Looking to buy a tree a wreath and some garland? Not only does Buckley's Flower Shop, located at 75 Montauk Highway, East Hampton, have a large selection of Christmas trees, but it has all sorts of greens to decorate with. For more information, call (631) 324-0966.
8. East Hampton Gardens
A Christmas tradition on the South Fork is heading over to East Hampton Gardens to sip on some hot cider and much on some holiday cookies while searching out the right tree. Located at 16 Gingerbread Lane, East Hampton Gardens, has several hundred trees to choose from. For more information, call (631) 324-1133.
9. Christmas Shoppe at Bay Gardens
Family owned and operated, the Christmas Shoppe at Bay Gardens, 369 Montauk Highway, East Moriches, has been selling Christmas trees for years. The premium trees range in price from $40 to $250. For more information, call (631) 909-4630.
10. The Laurel GroupÂ
Located in Water Mill, the Laurel Group offers a great Christmas experience if you're going to be in the Southampton area. The lovely lights flickering as you walk around searching for the perfect tree and beautiful displays of garland and bows just exemplifies the season. Also the shop offers some live trees that are balled and ready to be planted after the holiday.
11. C. Whitmore Gardens
Located on Montuak Highway in Amagansett, C. Whitmore Gardens offers Fraser and Noble Firs, the former running in size from tabletop trees to 13-footers. The average six-to-seven foot Fraser runs $49.99, while a Noble Fir $89.99. Wreaths, garland, and more accessories are also available. Call 631-267-3182 for more information.
12. Southampton Elks
You can support the Southampton Elks on Route 39 by buying a tree during their annual drive. The group typically starts off with around 10,000 trees. For more information call 631-283-1574.
14. Sag Harbor Garden Center
With everything from lights to wreaths to trees, the Sag Harbor Garden Center offers Balsam, Fraser and Noble Fir trees for your living room, and is open until 5 p.m. on Saturdays on 3 p.m. on Sundays. Call 631-725-3345 for more information.
15. Small Potato Nursery
A smaller, hand-picked stock straight from Nova Scotia can be found tucked away off Route 27. Just look out for the Santa Claus waving you in. Read this blog post for more information.
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