Looking For A Christmas Tree Near Wilsonville? Here's A Local Guide

Wilsonville, OR — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it might still be possible to find the ideal Christmas tree for your family this year — and even more importantly, do it safely.

Did you know that 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 despite these unprecedented times, the practice will continue in 2020. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure buyers can take home their ideal 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, including frequently sanitizing items such as hand saws and tree cart handles, as well as countertops, restrooms and other areas.

Tree lot operators and choose-and-cut farms "must protect the health and safety of their employees, provide customers with the confidence they need so they can enjoy selecting a tree without risk and demonstrate to state and local officials they are conducting business responsibly," the association said in its guide.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of quality tree farms in the Wilsonville area.

• The Farm
• Windsong Christmas Tree Farm
• Larsen's Evergreen Christmas Tree Farm - Temp. CLOSED
• Old Bosky Dell Farm
• Frog Pond Farm
• Lee Farms
• Yesteryear 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 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