Cottrell Country Farm is expanding their Christmas tree plot by 75 trees this year. Growing Christmas trees is a long term project. On average, it takes five years for a seedling to develop into a small tree. The main key to growing Christmas trees is the trimming. A tree will not naturally develop into the Christmas tree shape we all love on its own. Trimming begins on the second year, and each year thereafter. Trimming is an art. Our 2024 seedling survival rate increased greatly over past years, due to the installation of a deer fence and the blessed 2024 rains. Growing new trees during the 2022 and 2023 season in Texas was extremely challenging due to the drought. We sell our trees upon request or at the Hillsboro Christmas Market. Cottrell Country Farm does not cut trees prior to order, due to the possible loss of a multi years project. If you are interested in a live tree for Christmas 2025 contact us in the fall.
