Christmas Trees

Many families enjoy a “Live” tree for Christmas. The key is WATER!

Christmas is 6 weeks away. You may think it’s too early to start thinking about your Christmas Tree. But maybe not if your thinking a “Live” tree.

It’s not to early to think Christmas. At least that’s what Ohio Christmas Tree Association members thought when the entered trees for judging at The Ohio State Fair.

It’s the time of year to start thinking about Christmas. And with Christmas comes decorations. And decorations mean Trees. Most growers and retailers will begin selling the live trees the day after Thanksgiving. So, what can you do to keep your live tree as fresh as possible?

It’s not too early about starting to think about your live tree. Many “Cut Your Own” operations are going to a pre-tagging or reservation system. Time to go online to your local grower and see how their operation works. Most farms will be open the day after Thanksgiving, which is November 25th, 2022, this year. As in most things, the earlier you are, the better the selection.

The Ohio State Fair runs July 27th to August 7, 2022. Prior to the commencement of the fair, The Ohio Christmas Tree Association hosted their annual Christmas Tree Judging contest. Winners will be on display at the fair.

Selecting the right Christmas Tree is important. But proper care of that cut tree is VERY important to ensure freshness and needle retention. Watch 2 videos, one on selection and the other on care.

Earlier this week, a team from OSU Extension judged Christmas trees at the 2018 Ohio State Fair. All the trees were grown in Ohio. Trees were judged on shape, fullness, color and overall appearance. Trees needed to be between 6 and 8 feet tall, have a handle between 6 and 12 inches, and have a correct range of taper based on the species.