Bag The Best Christmas Tree In 2021 Near Mission Viejo

MISSION VIEJO, CA— 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 ideal Christmas tree this year.

Some 350 million are growing in all 50 U.S. states, and at least 25 million of them are cut and purchased each year.

The American Christmas Tree Association advises shoppers to get a tree earlier than usual this year. The supply of trees will be tight due to supply chain delays and a poor growing season in the Pacific Northwest.

If a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year, see our selection of trusted local farms near Mission Viejo:

• Boy Scouts of America Troop 235 Christmas Tree Lot
• Enchanted Country Christmas Trees
• Farmakis Farms, formerly Mountain Pines Christmas Tree Farm
• Peltzer Pines - Silverado Tustin/Mission Viejo
• Tanaka Farms
• Richfield Pines – The 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 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

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