Nyack-Piermont Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2020

Nyack-Piermont, NY — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it may 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 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 as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure buyers can select their ideal tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree 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.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the association wrote on its website, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of trusted local farms in the Nyack-Piermont area.

• Kevin's Christmas Tree Lot
• Cockburn Farm
• Fox Ridge Christmas Tree Farm
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Cedar Grove Christmas Trees
• Shale Hills farm
• Egan Acres Tree Farm
• DePiero's Farm Stand & Greenhouses
• Cleatus Farms
• Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. 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