Christmas Tree Shopping Near Warminster? Here's A Local Guide

Warminster, PA — It may still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season — and most importantly, to do it safely, even as the coronavirus pandemic continues to worsen across the region.

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 perfect tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new 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.

"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."

An onsite "COVID-19 coordinator" and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this season, here is a selection of some of our favorite Christmas tree farms in the Warminster area.

• McCauley's Farm And Garden
• Watson Tree Farm
• Bobwhite Acres
• Varners' Tree Farm
• Wata Christmas Tree Farm
• The Christmas Tree Stand
• Corkum Tree Farm
• Winterberry Christmas Tree Farm
• AGA Farms
• Charlann 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, 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