Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Prospect Heights-Crown Heights

Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s well-loved holiday traditions, it might still be possible to find the right Christmas tree for your family — and 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.? And during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure patrons can take home a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has created a 2020 guide containing recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow. Sellers are advised 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 said in its guide, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and touchless, paperless payment systems are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of trusted tree farms in the Prospect Heights-Crown Heights area.

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

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few tips 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