Where To Find A Christmas Tree In 2020 Near Renton

Renton, WA — It should still be possible to take your family on the hunt for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season — and most importantly, to do it safely, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to worsen across the region.

At least 25 million real Christmas trees are sold 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 as the coronavirus pandemic worsens to ensure locals can take home their favorite tree with minimal risk to their family's health and safety.

In fact, the National Christmas Tree Association has developed a new guide including recommendations and best practices for Christmas tree providers 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."

Special signage and personal protective equipment for employees are also being encouraged at the farms.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, here's a selection of quality tree farms near Renton.

• Misty Meadow Nursery
• Newcastle Fruit & Produce
• Trinity Tree Farm
• Wilson Hill Tree Farm Christmas Trees U-Cut
• MJW Christmas Trees
• West Seattle Nursery
• Crystal Creek Tree Farm
• Lazy J Tree Farm
• Carpinito Brothers
• Traditions Tree Farm

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