Old Town Alexandria Christmas Tree Shopping Guide For 2021

ALEXANDRIA, VA— As the nation 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 perfect 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 sold 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.

Is a real Christmas tree on your wish list this year? See our selection of great tree sales near Old Town Alexandria:

• Almost Heavenly Christmas Trees: Trees will be limited this year, so get your orders in. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily until sold out. South side of Landmark Mall, 5801 Duke St., 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
• 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
• Meadow Farms Nurseries: Christmas trees, greens, and poinsettias are starting to arrive at the garden centers. 4808 Backlick Rd, Annandale VA
• 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

Getting the most out of your real Christmas tree can take some patience, practice and good advice. 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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