Fort Greene-Clinton Hill Christmas Tree Farm Guide For 2020

Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY — As the ongoing coronavirus pandemic threatens some of America's most quintessential holiday traditions in 2020, it should still be possible to find the ideal Christmas tree for your family this year — and do it safely.

Did you know that 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.? And during this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the worsening coronavirus pandemic to ensure shoppers can take home a tree with minimal health and safety risk.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has circulated a special guide containing recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree sellers 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.

"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 wrote on its website. "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 personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged at the farms.

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of trusted tree farms in the Fort Greene-Clinton Hill area.

• Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
• Christmas Tree Brooklyn
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Urban Garden Center
• NYC Trees
• Anthony Gallo Landscaping & Nursery
• NYC Trees
• Greenpoint Trees
• Tyler's Trees
• Tree Riders NYC

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few tips 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
• Christmas tree safety
• How to recycle your tree