Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Pinecrest

Pinecrest, FL — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most iconic holiday traditions in 2020, it may still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the right Christmas tree this year — and most importantly, do it safely.

Did you know that 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 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 their perfect tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has released a new guide full of 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 touchless, paperless payment systems are also being encouraged at the farms.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of great local farms near Pinecrest.

• Shawnee Trail Tree Farm
• Heritage Farms
• J & L Country Market
• Raley's Tree Farms
• Wintergreen Tree Farm
• Swan Farm
• Medina Christmas Tree Farm
• Sugar Pines Farm
• Kall Christmas Tree Farm
• Flower Family 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