Where To Buy A Christmas Tree In The Pine-Richland Area

Pine-Richland, PA — As the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s iconic holiday traditions, it should still be possible to hunt for the right Christmas tree this year — and do it safely.

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

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 the National Christmas Tree Association wrote on its website this year.

In fact, the association has developed a new 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 personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your holiday wish list this year, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms near Pine-Richland.

• Buchanan Evergreen Farm
• Renick's Tree Farm
• Dambach's Lake Forest Gardens
• Nutbrown's Christmas Tree Farm
• Hozak Farms
• Ruffing's Tree Farm
• McConnell's Nursery And Christmas Tree Farm
• Grupp's Christmas Trees
• Ski Christmas Tree Farm
• Mytrysak Family Christmas Tree Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. 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