Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree in Schenectady New York

New York Christmas Tree Farms

Regina Sass
A City like Schenectady New York will have many places to but a Christmas Tree, but there is another option to buying from a re seller in the city and that is to go right to the farm and get one right out of the ground. These Christmas Tree Farms are all under an hours drive from the center of Schenectady. It will take you longer than the drive just to find a parking space in Schenectady during the holidays and it can be a hassle with the crowds and all. The trees in the city have probably been cut maybe 2 weeks previously. They have been sitting around without being taken care of, in most cases. Trees should be in water and the trunk should have had about an inch cut off in order to allow the water to travel up the whole tree. It is virtually impossible for someone with a lot full of pre cut trees to be able to do this. And they have been handled by who knows how many others before you. It can be a very hectic job going from one place to another in search of the perfect tree. Also, in order to have a good selection, you must shop early. You can go to a Christmas Tree Farm at about the same time and get a tree that is still in the ground, with a mich longer life span than one cut two weeks before.

When you go to a tree farm in the Schenectady New York Area, you know the trees are fresh. You cannot get any fresher than still being in the ground. The Christmas Tree Farm owners in the Schenectady New York area can give you the best advice on which tree would be right for you and in the proper care of the tree. It is a great educational experience for children and they will have a great time to boot. Be sure to bring a camera Santa has been known to stop in for a visit now and then.
So why not have an adventure this year and try one of these Schenectady New York area Christmas Tree Farms. In all likelihood, you will become a regular customer.

Bob's Trees Christmas Tree Farm serving Schenectady New York Area
1227 West Galway Road
West Galway , New York 12086
Farm Phone:(518) 882-9455
Fax: (518) 882-9556
http://www.bobstrees.com/
Bob's Trees Christmas Tree Farm has been serving Schenectady New York since 1949. They have a snack bar, a Christmas Shop and you can meet Santa and his reindeer. For a Christmas Tree, you can choose from Blue Spruce, White Spruce, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir, Black Hill Spruce and Canaan Fir. You can cut your own or choose from pre cut or balled trees that can be replanted You can get your wreath and other decorations here also and it is a drive through farm, so your legs will not complain too much. You can come early in the season, pre tag your tree and come back and pick it up when you are ready to decorate it. Make it a day's adventure and take a wagon ride around the farm and make time to visit the animals. Many sure you have your camera with you.

Bailey Family Christmas Tree Farm serving Schenectady New York Area

359 Gannon Road.
Buskirk , New York 12028
Phone:(518) 677-2629
Alternate: (518) 573-2927
http://www.baileytrees.com/index.html
The Bailey Family Christmas Tree Farm has something new this year, a Christmas Shop. AS for the trees, you can choose from Scotch Pine, Blue Spruce, White Spruce, Douglas Fir, Norway Spruce, Concolor Fir, Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir and Canaan Fir. You can either cut your own or select from the pre cut trees and you can pre tag here also.

Weathered Willow Christmas Tree Farm serving Schenectady New York Area
2090 W. Old State Rd.
Altamont , New York 12009
Home Phone:(518) 355-8570
Farm Phone:(518) 355-8570
Fax: (518) 355-8570
http://www.newyorkchristmastrees.com/
Wednesday thru Sunday, 9 'til 4
Please call for directions. There is more than tree cutting going on at Weathered Willow Christmas Tree Farm. For the teachers, note that they have a school program. It would be a great class trip. And when you come for your own tree, you can take a tour of the farm. They also have special Christmas events going on. You can choose from Blue Spruce, White Spruce, Norway Spruce, Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir and Canaan Fir, You can cut your own or choose a fresh pre cut tree and yes there will be food and beverages available to you to get your energy back.

Ellms' Christmas Tree Farm serving the Schenectady New York Area
468 Charlton Rd.
Ballston Spa , New York 12020
Home Phone:(518) 885-7377
Farm Phone:(518) 884-8168
Fax: (518) 884-8348
Open Nov. 24 'til Dec. 22 - 10 'til dark.
Ellms Christmas Tree Farm has been a family run operation for the 20 years they have been in business. The farm is 220 acres, but do not worry, they have a trolley to take you out to the trees. And they have many beautiful hand made wreaths available also. You will have to choose from a big variety of trees including White Spruce, White Pine, Douglas Fir, Concolor Fir - Fraser Fir and Balsam Fir. Santa will be there to great the kids. And there are pre cut trees available as well. You can have a hot chocolate to warm you up after the adventure. The kids will love to visit the farm animals. Be sure to bring a camera.

Published by Regina Sass

I have been writing, editing and doing advertising online for 10 years. I have been a gardener for more than 50 years. I am a member of the Society of Professional Journalists.  View profile

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