Different tree seedlings are priced differently.įor the most part, folks here in the Pacific Northwest grow Noble fir, Douglas fir, and Grand fir. The seed has already been taken from the cone and made into a seedling approx 1′ to 1 1/2′ tall.

what is the cost to buy seed, work the land, maintain, etc.)? What is the bare minimum investment to get started in Christmas tree farming if you already have land (i.e. 40 years later we’re still here, still growing and retailing. I retailed for 10 years and met my girl, got married, and one day she said, “why don’t we move to Oregon, buy some land and grow the trees? Then we don’t have to buy them because we’ll own them. I got in as a retailer down in California (quite by accident) and that’s a whole new/different story. 68 was the first year I got into the Christmas tree business. Joined the army and was discharged in 68.

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to tell you a little about Christmas trees and Christmas Tree Farming. Here’s a quick summary of Gregory’s thoughts to get you started: How to Start a Christmas Tree Farm (aka Christmas Free Farming) Gregory has been in the business for 40 years and he shares some great tips for anyone who wants to start their own Christmas tree farm for fun and profit. When Gregory Bartels, aka “The Christmas Tree Man,” reached out to me and I saw his passion for the Christmas tree business, I knew I had to feature his tips here on the blog. I’m always on the lookout for interesting ways to make extra money with my spare time and resources. Christmas Tree Farming) has always intrigued me. Starting and running a Christmas tree farm (i.e.

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