Christmas Tree Farms Near Gloucester Township

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ— As the country recovers from the coronavirus pandemic and looks back on the hardship of last year’s holiday season — which involved a lot of social distancing — families in 2021 will reunite and hunt for the ideal Christmas tree.

Some 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states, and at least 25 million of them are cut and purchased each year.

Last year, the National Christmas Tree Association developed a guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers to follow. They include frequently sanitizing items and areas such as hand saws, tree cart handles, counter-tops, door handles and restrooms.

Is a real Christmas tree on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of quality tree farms near Gloucester Township:

• Legge Family Christmas Tree Farm, 519 Mantua Boulevard in Sewell
• Moffa’s Christmas Tree Farm, 1707 Blue Bell Road in Williamstown
• Culbertson’s Nursery, 672 Burnt Mill Road in Atco
• Belly Acres Christmas Tree Farm, 665 Royal Avenue in Franklinville
• Triple Dog Dare You Christmas Tree Farm, 101 Idle Lake Road in Franklinville

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few things 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

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