Updated
for 2008!
NC Organic Christmas Trees and Wreaths
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Wildflowers thrive on a low-spray Fraser Fir Christmas tree farm near Todd, NC. Photo used with permission from Dr. David Lindbo, NCSU Dept of Soil Science. * Find organic NC Christmas trees and wreaths. |
It's time once again for Toxic Free NC's annual guide to organic Christmas trees and wreaths in North Carolina! We've compiled a list of places to get organic NC Christmas trees and wreaths.
By choosing a tree or wreath from one of these growers, you'll get a triple whammy of benefits: You'll protect your family from pesticide residues, protect Christmas tree workers and their families from pesticide poisoning on the job, and you'll support local growers who respect their workers and our environment.
Here are a couple more ideas for your sustainable holidays:
* Give to Toxic Free NC in honor of a friend. Give a gift that fights pesticide pollution all across NC by making a donation to Toxic Free NC in honor of a loved one this holiday season! We'll send your friend a beautiful hand made holiday card aknowledging your gift in their honor. More information.
* Take the buy local holiday pledge. The Triangle Area's Indepenedent Weekly is inviting readers to pledge to spend at least $100 at locally-owned businesses this holiday season - farms definitely count! But, you don't have to be an IndyWeek reader to buy local in your community.
Thank you for your support, and have
a very happy holiday season.
Ana, Billie & Fawn
NC
Farms Selling Organic & Low-Spray
Christmas Trees and Wreaths |
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Bluebird Hill Farm Norma's selling naturally-grown holiday vine wreaths decorated with other natural items - pine cones, seed pods and the like. They'll be on sale at the North Hills Christmas Farmers' Market in Raleigh through December 9th. |
Chavis Family Heritage Farm Brenda sells un-decorated wreath frames made from naturally-grown grapevine or wisteria - perfect for decorating your own holiday wreath. Contact her for details and to place an order. |
Crows Nest Farm Crows Nest Greenhouses are closed until Nov 27, after which they will offer naturally-grown and transitional Christmas trees and wreaths, as well as poinsettias. |
Flying Cloud Farm Annie's wreaths will be available
at their farmstand and at three holiday markets
in Asheville, Dec 6, 13, and 20th. The markets
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Gaining Ground Farm Gaining Ground Farm is selling pesticide-free (though not certified organic) Christmas wreaths this year. During the month of December, they'll be available at French Broad Food Co-op's Saturday Tailgate Market. For special orders, you can also contact Anne directly. |
Green Hill Urban Farm Green Hill Urban Farm is selling a few naturally-grown Christmas Trees this year which are growing on Mike's family land in Brevard. Interested customers can either pick up their tree in Brevard, or at Green Hill Urban Farm in downtown Asheville. Just call Mike at the number above to make arrangments. |
Green Toe Ground According to BuyAppalachian.org, Nicole and Gaelan
have Christmas wreaths for sale, though we were
unable to get in touch with them to verify before
pubilcation. Give them a call to find out for sure! |
Jorkas Farms Christmas wreaths and garlands - available by ordering directly from the farm, or at the Ashe County Farmers Market. |
Mountain Farm According to BuyAppalachian.org, Marilyn has Christmas wreaths for sale, though we were unable to get in touch with her to verify before pubilcation. Give them a call to find out for sure! |
Scott Farm Organics Trent & Rebecca Scott Highway 17 South New Bern, NC 28562 252-224-1809 www.scottfarmorganics.com scottfarmorganics@yahoo.com The Scotts will be selling USDA certified organic Christmas wreaths along with winter produce at the New Bern Farmers Market. They also make deliveries to the Chef and the Farmer restaurant in Kinston. Give Trent a call directly for more information. |
Rogue Harbor Farm Aubrey and Linda's growing methods are USDA certified organic. They grow Fraser Fir Christmas trees, and make Fraser Fir wreaths and centerpieces and other greenery products for mail-order or on-farm purchase. You can get their trees and greenery direct from the farm, and wreaths are also available by mail order through www.localharvest.org. Just contact Linda directly with any questions! |
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* Note: If you know of a farm we've missed, please contact Toxic Free NC and we'll be sure to add them to our list. Thank you!