Freeport Christmas Tree Farm Guide For 2020

Freeport, NY — As the COVID-19 pandemic threatens some of America's most well-loved holiday traditions in 2020, it may still be possible to hunt for the right Christmas tree this year — and more importantly, 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. During this unprecedented year, Christmas tree lots and choose-and-cut farms nationwide are taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic to ensure locals can select their favorite 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 circulated a new 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.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of great local farms in the Freeport area.

• Cedar Grove Christmas Trees
• Conover's Farm Christmas Tree Farm
• NYC Trees
• Sabia Tree Farm
• Elwood Pumpkin Farm
• Romp Family Christmas Trees
• Sigismondi Farms
• Dee's Nursery & Florist the Inc
• Egan Acres Tree Farm
• Kevin's Christmas Tree Lot

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take some patience, practice and good advice. 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