Christmas Tree Farms Near Lakewood: Your 2020 Guide

Lakewood, OH — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to find the perfect Christmas tree for your family — and most importantly, 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.. And during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as COVID-19 cases rise to ensure buyers can take home their favorite tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a special guide with 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. Maximum head counts and touchless, paperless payment systems are also being encouraged.

"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 wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms near Lakewood.

• J & L Country Market
• Shawnee Trail Tree Farm
• Heritage Farms
• Swan Farm
• Kall Christmas Tree Farm
• CLE Trees
• Medina Christmas Tree Farm
• Raley's Tree Farms

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 know, courtesy of 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