Brecksville Christmas Tree Farm Guide For 2020

Brecksville, OH — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most beloved 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 purchased 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 coronavirus cases rise to ensure shoppers can take home their favorite tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new guide containing recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas.

"It is likely that Christmas will have a greater significance for many in 2020 as we seek to offset the disruption of normalcy from COVID-19 with a family-oriented holiday experience," the association said in its guide. "However, shopping for a Christmas tree, the iconic centerpiece of the holiday, will be a different experience this year as the risks from COVID-19 must be taken seriously."

If a real Christmas tree is on your holiday wish list in 2020, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Brecksville area.

• Heritage Farms
• Flower Family Tree farm
• Shawnee Trail Tree Farm
• Raley's Tree Farms
• Medina Christmas Tree Farm
• Kall Christmas Tree Farm
• Wintergreen Tree Farm
• Sugar Pines Farm
• J & L Country Market
• Swan Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few tips to remember, 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