Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2021 Near Greater Alexandria

FORT HUNT, VA— 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 begin a hunt for the right Christmas tree.

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 quality local sales near Greater Alexandria:

• Washington Farm United Methodist Church: The Christmas Tree Project is a longtime sale to raise money to support the community through the church's ministry and mission. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays. The sale runs Nov. 20 to Dec. 4. 3921 Old Mill Rd Alexandria, VA
• Mount Vernon Kiwanis: The 66th annual Christmas tree sale brings in Fraser Fir trees from Southwest Virginia or North Carolina. The sale benefits Kiwanis Clubs in local high schools, middle schools, and elementary schools. The sale begins Nov. 27 through Dec. 19. Hours are 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekends. Belle View Shopping Center, Belle View Boulevard and Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA
• Nalls Produce: The family business, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary, has Christmas trees, wreaths, garland, and other seasonal products. 7310 Beulah Street, Alexandria, VA
• Almost Heavenly Christmas Trees North Ridge Sale: On Dec. 3 to 5 only, trees will be sold at this location. Hours are noon to 8 p.m. on Dec. 3, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Dec. 4 and noon to 5 p.m. on Dec. 5. 2911 Cameron Mills Rd., Alexandria, VA
• Alexandria Police Youth Camp Christmas Tree Sale: Christmas tree sales started on Nov. 20 and will continue until Dec. 12 or until sold out. Hours are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday. Sales support the Alexandria Police Youth Camp. 110 Callahan Dr, Alexandria, VA 22301
• Greenstreet Gardens: Pick out a tree and browse selections of fresh greens, wreaths, roping, garlands and holiday decorations. 1721 W Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA
• Fairlington UMC: Starting Dec. 1, Christmas trees will be sold daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. until sold out. 3900 King Street, Alexandria, VA
• Church of St. Clement: The Christmas tree sale will begin Nov. 26 until sold out. Hours are Fridays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. 1701 N. Quaker Lane, Alexandria, VA

Want to get the most out of your real Christmas tree? It can take some patience, practice and good advice. Here are a few things to note, 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

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