Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 Near East Providence

East Providence, RI — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it could still be possible to hunt for the ideal Christmas tree this year — and 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.. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure buyers can select a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers to follow. The guide advises sellers to frequently sanitize 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 wrote on its website.

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 East Providence.

• Henry's Christmas Tree Farm
• Sleighbell Christmas Tree Farm & Gift Barn
• Pachet Brook Farm
• Big John Leyden's Tree Farm
• Mike's Tree Farm
• Pleasant Street Christmas Tree Farm
• Pearson's Christmas Tree Farm
• Lockwood Christmas Tree Farm
• Miller's Family Farm
• Fraser Orchard and Tree Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes 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