Christmas Tree Farm Guide: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
There are signs of Christmas throughout the city, including the department store windows and the arrival of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. As people begin to decorate their homes, the holiday spirit is not complete without a real Christmas tree. From Connecticut to Long Island and New Jersey, there are numerous farms for people to pick their tree for the season. By John Friia
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New York City
Soho Trees
(212) 920-9024
sohotrees.com
With 11 New York City locations, SoHo trees will deliver your tree to your home and even set it up for you. Many of their wild trees are from green forest replenishment programs and they only work with environmentally considerate farmers.
Long Island
Zuhoski Farm
11825 Oregon Road
Cutchogue, NY 11935
631-734-5036
www.zuhoskifarms.com
Among the vineyards of Long Island's North Fork is Zuhoski Farm, which has served Long Islanders since the early 20th century. With an abundance of Douglas Fir and Blue Spruce, people can cut their own trees with the help of farm hands. Once the perfect Christmas tree is selected, people relax in around the blazing fire pit with a complimentary cup of hot chocolate or cider and popcorn or candy canes. Zuhoski Farm sells various festive decorations, including fresh wreaths, centerpieces, garlands and other holiday greenery.
Mike's Christmas Tree Farm
323 Weeks Avenue
Manorville, NY 11949
631-874-3551
www.mikeschristmastreefarm.com
Whether people are looking for a Norway Spruce or a Colorado Blue Spruce, Mike's Christmas Tree Farm has a vast selection of favorite trees. While there may not be refreshments or Santa on site, there are constant Christmas carols played as people cut down their trees. Driven along a tractor-drawn wagon, people can browse daily of the acres of trees.
Elwood Christmas Tree Farm
1500 East Jericho Turnpike
Huntington, NY 11743
631-368-8626
www.elwoodpumpkinfarm.com
Instead of traveling to the East End, Long Islanders can head to Elwood Christmas Tree Farm in Huntington. From Scotch Pine to Douglas Fir and Norway Spruce, there are numerous styles of trees that are pre-cut. Even though the farm is opened daily, the owners are flexible to meet the schedule of hectic New Yorkers with just one phone call.
New York State
Tilden Lane Farm
48 Wyckoff Street
Greenlawn, NY 11740-1204
(631) 261-6392
tildenlanefarm.com
Long Island's Tilden Lane Farm is a small, family-run farm that gives families the experience to cut their own tree "with your saw or ours," as they say. Open on Saturdays and Sundays from Nov. 26 through Dec. 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm
1335 White Hill Road
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
(914) 245-5111
wilkensfarm.com
This picturesque and popular Westchester farm offers Choose-N-Cut Christmas trees and will even give you a free cup of their hot apple cider with every tree purchased. Baked goods and Christmas decorations are sold in their shop and the panoramic views of the Hudson Valley are spectacular.
Stew Leonard's
1 Stew Leonard's Drive
Yonkers, NY 10710
(914) 375-4700
stewleonards.com
Kids love going to Stew Leonard's, the grocery store with costumed characters, kids activities and entertainment. They offer a huge selection of pre-cut Christmas trees of every imaginable size and type. Once you have chosen your perfect tree and bought a few ornaments from their Christmas shop, they will tie the tree to the roof of your car for you.
Connecticut
Christmas Hill Tree Farm
185 Elm Street
Guilford, CT 06437
203-457-0200
www.christmashill-treefarm.com
As people begin their search for the quintessential Christmas tree, they can head Christmas Hill Tree Farm in Connecticut. Colorado Blue Spruce, Angel Pine and other trees encompasses the farm, which is easily accessible by walking. People can get warm in their rustic cabin while sipping hot cider and indulging on candy canes.
Bees, Fleas and Trees
551 South Plains Road
Litchfield, CT
(860) 567-8544
beesfleasandtrees.com
This is the farm where Elizabeth Gilbert (author of Eat, Pray, Love) grew up. Her parents continue to helm this inspiring operation. Six varieties of trees are grown and you can cut your own or have someone cut it for you. Saws are provided and hot cocoa is complimentary. Open Thursday-Sundays from Nov. 26 - Dec. 18.
Jones Family Farms
Homestead Farm
606 Walnut Tree Hill Road
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-8425
jonesfamilyfarms.com
This lush, 150-year-old farm carries 200 acres of Christmas trees. Guests can hike the grounds to harvest their own tree or they can choose a fresh-cut one from the Homestead Barnyard.
New Jersey
Hidden Pond Tree Farm
4 West Field Road
Mendham, NJ 07945
Christmas lasts all year at the quaint Hidden Pond Tree Farm, located in northern New Jersey. With thousands of trees in various styles, the farm is guaranteed to have the perfect Christmas tree for this season. During weekends, there are countless family activities that are available to patrons, including hay rides, marshmallow roasting around a bonfire and hot chocolate.
Wyckoff's Christmas Tree Farm
249 County Road 519 (Mile Marker 39)
Belvidere, New Jersey
(908) 475-4508
wyckoffs.com
This award-winning, 170-acre farm has been in business for more than 40 years. You can cut your own, or just go for the scenery and pick up a freshly pre-cut tree. There is also a hayride which provides stunning views of the Delaware water gap.
Perfect Christmas Tree Farm
999 US 22
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
(908) 387-1225
perfectchristmastree.com
If it's the classic holiday feel that you love, then head to this 45-acre slice of colonial Christmas. A hayride or stroll across a covered bridge will take you out to the fields, where you can cut your own tree. There are also pre-cut and potted trees. In addition to the customary firs and pines, Perfect Christmas Tree Farm is offering several exotic species of trees including Grand, Korean, Nordman and Niko fir.
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John Friia is a freelance journalist and native New Yorker writing about food, drinks and lifestyle. You can follow his adventures on Instagram.