Christmas Tree Farms In The Dormont-Brookline Area: Your 2020 Guide

Dormont-Brookline, PA — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it could still be possible to hunt for the perfect Christmas tree — and do it safely.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are purchased each year across America, and currently, 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure shoppers can take home their perfect tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

"We highly encourage growers to use these recommendations to develop strategies to protect their workers and customers," the the National Christmas Tree Association wrote on its website this year, and "wholesale growers should share the recommendations for tree lots with their customers. Having a COVID-19 plan for your business is an imperative."

In fact, the association has released a special guide with 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. Special signage and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of quality tree farms in the Dormont-Brookline area.

• Hozak Farms
• Wierzbicki T Christmas Tree Farms
• Grupp's Christmas Trees
• Nutbrown's Christmas Tree Farm
• Dambach's Lake Forest Gardens
• Ski Christmas Tree Farm
• Buchanan Evergreen Farm
• Windy Hill Tree Farm
• State Park Tree Farms
• McConnell's Nursery And Christmas Tree Farm

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few things to note, 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