1. How long does it take a Christmas Tree to grow?
Most trees grown in Texas are between 3 and 6 years old when they are sold as Christmas trees. Many trees which are grown in the northern states take longer to grow. Back to top
2. Which type of Christmas Tree is best for someone with allergies?
Most people that have allergies to evergreen trees are bothered by the pollen which the trees produce in the spring. Usually at Christmas time the trees do
not have pollen. The Leyland Cypress, which does not produce pollen and does
not have a scent, is consider one of the best types of trees for people with allergies. Back to top
3. Do I bring my own saw to a Christmas Tree Farm to cut the tree?
Each farm has its own way of doing things. Many farms provide saws for you to
cut the tree. Some farms cut the trees for you. Locate the farm you want to
visit and contact it for details about its operation. Back to top
4. Where do I get Afghan seedlings?
Afghan Nursery (830-598-8271), located west of Austin, provides Afghan seedlings to most of the farms which grown this type of tree. Virginia Pine
bare root seedlings may be purchases through the Texas Christmas Tree Growers Association. These are ordered in the fall and delivered in January. Back to top
5. How do you start a Christmas tree farm?
The TCTGA usually has a new grower’s seminar each spring to provide information to people interested in starting a tree farm. Check out the calendar in the spring for dates. We also have a web page on starting a farm. Back to top
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