It’s that time of year! Even if you’re part of a family that waits until after Thanksgiving to start decorating for Christmas, that time is right around the corner—if not already upon us by the time you’re reading this post! If that’s the case, then it’s time to start thinking about the center piece of your holiday decorations: that’s your Christmas tree!
Visiting Christmas tree farms to pick out the perfect pine for your holidays is a favorite holiday tradition. If you just moved to the area, or perhaps are planning to buy a real tree for the first time, use this post to discover our list of best Christmas tree farms by state!
The Best Christmas Tree Farms By State
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Hampshire
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oregon
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Christmas Trees
Are pets allowed at Christmas tree farms?
Every Christmas tree farm has its own rules about bringing pets along on your family excursion. Make sure to check their website—if that doesn’t answer your question, give the farm a call. I’m sure they’ll appreciate you checking in before showing up!
Are Real Trees a fire hazard?
According to the National Christmas Tree Association (NCTA) (yes, it’s a real organization!), “Less than 0.0004% of Real Christmas Trees used each year are ignited in home fires and NEVER has a Real Christmas Tree caused or started a fire.”
That should be reassurance enough! But of course, practice common sense. That means keeping your Christmas tree away from sources of strong heat, especially fireplaces!
Will there be bugs in my Christmas tree?
Though the NCTA says that it’s very rare to find creepy crawlies in your Christmas trees because responsible Christmas tree farms usually clean and shake your chosen Christmas tree before sending you home with it.
If some bugs managed to hang on, then try using some safe bug spray for indoor plants after removing the decorations. If the situation really gets drastic, call the farm and ask for advice.
How much money do real Christmas trees usually cost?
On average, this year real Christmas trees will cost about $85, though prices will vary depending on the type of tree and location.
Are real Christmas trees bad for the environment?
There are some people out there who use fake Christmas trees because they think using real Christmas trees is bad for the environment. You’ll be happy to hear that this is actually a misconception. That’s because real Christmas trees are grown on farms just like any other crop. They’re not cut down from forests!
Plus, some Christmas tree farms will even take your tree after the holidays to use in its mulch to help the growth of future Christmas trees. So they’re technically recyclable, too!
That means, rest easy. Your real Christmas tree isn’t bad for the environment, and you can continue your family tradition without stressing!
Discover the Best Christmas Tree Farms in Your State!
I hope this page has helped you find the best Christmas tree farms in your state. This is the most wonderful time of the year, after all, so finding the perfect pine is a great way to start the festivities right.
Now that you’ve gotten your Christmas tree, it’s time to start thinking about presents. We’ve got you covered! Check out our gardening gifts page for tons of ideas!