Peabody Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2021

PEABODY, MA— 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.

Did you know that some 350 million Christmas trees are growing in all 50 U.S. states, and 25 million are cut and sold 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.

Is a real Christmas tree on your wish list this year? See our selection of great tree farms near Peabody:

• Beverly Tree Farm
• Holiday Tree Farm, Topsfield
• Chickadee Hill Farm Services, Rowley
• Wood Street Christmas Trees, Groveland
• Herrick Christmas Tree Farm, Boxford
• Ingraham Christmas Tree Farm, Georgetown

Miss one of your favorites? Email to scott.souza@patch.com and we'll add it to the list.

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree takes a bit of patience and practice. Here are a few tips 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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