Seasonal & Holidays
Where To Find A Christmas Tree Near Riverhead
Many local Christmas tree providers are taking COVID-19 precautions to ensure you and your family enjoy a happy holiday.
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RIVERHEAD, NY— 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 right Christmas tree this year.
Did you know that some 350 million Christmas trees are growing in all 50 U.S. states, and 25 million are cut and purchased each year?
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.
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Is a real Christmas tree on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of quality local farms near Riverhead:
- Dart's Christmas Tree Farm
- Santa's Christmas Tree Farm LI
- Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm
- Lewin Farms
- Matt's Christmas Tree Farm
- Mike's Christmas Tree Farm
- Zuhoski Farms
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:
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