Christmas Trees In Narragansett-South Kingstown: 2021 Guide

NARRAGANSETT-SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI— As the U.S. 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 perfect 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.

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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.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of trusted local farms near Narragansett-South Kingstown:

• Big John Leyden's Tree Farm
• Henry's Christmas Tree Farm
• Pachet Brook Farm
• Fraser Orchard and Tree Farm
• Sweet Berry Farm
• Mike's Tree Farm
• Lockwood Christmas Tree Farm
• Yetter Road Christmas Tree Farm

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few things to note, 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

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