Farm Facts: Christmas Trees

North Carolina-grown Christmas trees are a holiday staple, and important for the state's economy. Learn more facts and stats about the sector.

Rachel Stroop
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A holiday staple, North Carolina’s Christmas tree growers are responsible for beautiful Frasier firs bearing twinkling lights and ornaments throughout the season. Learn more about the state’s Christmas tree sector:

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North Carolina has close to 50 million Frasier fir Christmas trees growing on more than 25,000 acres.

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Sources: North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services, North Carolina Christmas Tree Association

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