5 Best West Michigan Christmas Tree Farms
As the holiday season approaches, one of the most exciting traditions for is picking out the perfect Christmas tree! While artificial trees have skyrocketed in popularity, there’s still something so magical about visiting a Christmas tree farm — the scent of fresh pine, the crisp winter air, and the excitement of choosing a tree to bring home and decorate with the whole family. In this blog, we’ll explore the best local Christmas tree farms in West Michigan, the most common types of Christmas trees, and where to get the best ornaments to trim the tree. Whether you’re a seasoned tree shopper or new to the tradition, there’s no better way to embrace the season than by immersing yourself in the festive atmosphere of a Christmas tree farm.
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Classic Christmas Tree Types
Before you grab your coat and head out to the tree farm, it’s helpful to know what type of tree fits your vison of an ideal Christmas tree — from color and scent, to needle style and retention. Here’s a short guide showcasing the most common species of trees and what makes them unique.
Fraser Fir – The Classic
Best known for their symmetrical, narrow shape, with strong, sturdy branches that hold ornaments well, the fraser fir has that classic Christmas tree look. The needles are dark green on top with a silvery-white underside and have great retention.
White Pine – The Soft & Cozy
This tree is actually the largest type of pine in the United States and has great needle retention. While white pines have a beautiful and fluffy look, they have softer branches that can only handle light weight ornaments. Their scent is more subdued, so it won’t overwhelm a smaller room.
Balsam Fir – The Healer
While this tree is a classic choice for the perfect Christmas tree due to their shape and thick needles, they also have some interesting healing properties. The resin from the tree has been used to help treat different wounds.
Blue Spruce – The Sturdy
The stiff branches of the blue spruce make it an excellent Christmas tree choice for holding up all those beautiful ornaments. Their blue-grey color gives this tree a beautiful and unique look. The needles can be a bit sharp, so be careful when decorating.
Local Christmas Tree Farms
Visiting local West Michigan Christmas tree farms is a great way to support small businesses and create lasting memories during the holiday season. All of these farms offer a charming and festive experience for the whole family. By choosing to shop local, you’re not only getting a high-quality tree, but you’re also contributing to the heart of your community. So this holiday season, make a tradition of supporting your local Christmas tree farm and embrace the magic of a handpicked tree, straight from the farm to your home.
Prince Nursery & Trees
Prince Nursery has three different locations to choose from. Their Grand Haven location allows you to cut your own tree, for the classic Christmas tree buying experience! The Zeeland and West Olive locations offer a selection of pre-cut trees including white pine, scotch, blue spruce, white spruce, Norway spruce, concolor, and fraiser. All locations also offer fresh wreaths available to purchase. Note, all locations are cash only and have varying operating hours.
Lenderink Tree Farm
Looking to immerse yourself in the full Christmas experience? There’s nowhere better than Lenderink Tree Farm in Belmont. Not only can you pick out your dream Christmas tree, but you can also enjoy some hot chocolate, sledding, and visits from Santa! Choose from pre-cut trees, or grab a hand-saw and cut your own! While you’re there don’t forget to check out their assortment of wreaths and garlands.
Luurtsema Tree Farm
Interested in more than just Christmas trees? Luurtsema in Hudsonville has got you covered. They sell wreaths, tree stands, roping, and boughs all in addition to their incredible tree selection. They offer fraser fir, blue spruce, white pine, scotch pine, concolor fir, and douglas fir. They even offer flocked tree options!
Vormittag Tree Farm
This local business has been serving the Grand Rapids area for over 60 years and has an excellent collection of Christmas trees! They also sell different home decorations including wreaths, porch pots, and centerpieces. They offer a variety of types of trees, but they do sell out fast, so head over to their website to see which trees are currently available!
Byron Center Christmas Tree Lot
This family-run tree lot offers 7 different species of trees including, balsams, fraser fir, concolor fir, douglas fir, blue spruce, black hills spruce, and white pine — all ranging from 5ft – 11ft! All trees are pre-cut and displayed unbaled, so you know exactly what you’re getting. Once you’ve picked out your tree, they will cut off the bottom half-inch of the trunk (to make sure it’s ready for water to stay fresh all season), and bale your tree at no additional cost. They even have nylon available to strap the tree to your vehicle!
Trimming the Tree
Once you’ve picked out the perfect tree from one of the many West Michigan Christmas tree farms, it’s time to trim it out with festive ornaments and decorations. We’ve handpicked some great local options scattered throughout the area, that offer a mix of charming handmade crafts, unique vintage finds, and festive designs that will perfectly compliment your Christmas tree.
- Apothecary Gift Shop – Holland
- Stoffer Home — Grand Rapids
- Tuck’s The Christmas Shop — Saugatuck
- Reinspired Treasures — Grand Rapids
- The Counting House — Grand Rapids
- The Christmas Tree — Benton Harbor
- Tin Ceiling — Holland
- Rebel — Grand Rapids
- Seedlings — Holland
- The Hare & The Hive — Grand Haven
- Commune — Grand Rapids
Deck the halls with goodies from these local businesses!
