TA: Where are most Christmas trees coming from within NC?īookwalter: The majority of Christmas trees in North Carolina originate from counties with higher elevations, as Fraser firs grow best over 3,000 feet. Jamie Bookwalter: Supply is good, and everyone that wants a tree will be able to find a tree!
The Abstract: What is the Christmas tree supply looking like this year? What can Christmas tree shoppers expect as they go out in the coming weeks to find the perfect tree? To find out, we spoke with Jamie Bookwalter, a mountain conifer extension specialist at NC State, to get the inside scoop on the 2023 North Carolina Christmas tree industry. What Can You Expect at a Christmas Tree Lot This Year?