Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near Huntersville

Huntersville, NC — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s beloved holiday traditions, it may still be possible to hunt for the right Christmas tree — and do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are purchased 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 amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic to ensure buyers can select their perfect tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a new guide including 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.

"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."

If a real Christmas tree is on your holiday wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Huntersville area.

• Taylor's Christmas Tree Farm
• Cedar Lake Tree Farm
• STOWE DAIRY FARMS
• Helms Christmas Tree Farm
• Kiser's Christmas Trees
• Penland S L Christmas Tree Farm
• Grace Tree Farm

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 note, from 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