Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Annandale Area

Annandale, VA — As the coronavirus pandemic threatens a long list of 2020’s quintessential holiday traditions, it should still be possible to take your family on a hunt for the ideal Christmas tree this year — 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. And despite these unprecedented times, the tradition will continue this year. Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens to ensure buyers can select a tree with minimal risk to their health and safety.

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

In fact, the association has developed a special guide with recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow, including frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, countertops, door handles and restrooms. Maximum head counts and social-distancing rules are also being encouraged.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of great local farms near Annandale.

• Meadows Farms Nurseries - Great Falls
• Meadows Farms Nurseries - Annandale
• Almost Heavenly Christmas Trees
• The Home Depot
• DePaul's Urban Farm
• Almost Heavenly Christmas Trees
• Chesapeake Bay Foundation Clagett Farm
• Meadows Farms Nurseries - 7 Corners
• Whitehall Farms

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 know, courtesy of 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