Texas Tree Farms Are Growing Fast — Start a New Holiday Tradition
You wouldn’t think Christmas trees could thrive in a place where winter days sometimes hit the 80s, even the 90s, but Texas is full of surprises. Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Commissioner Sid Miller says the Texas Christmas tree industry is growing faster than ever, even while tree farms nationwide are declining.
According to new data from the Texas A&M Forest Service, Texas jumped from 125 growers in 2017 to 220 growers farming more than 3,500 acres in 2022. Families are also choosing more real trees, up 26% from just a few years ago.
TDA Commissioner Sid Miller, Why Buying Texas-Grown Trees Matters
Commissioner Miller says buying a Texas-grown tree is more than picking out holiday décor. It keeps money in local communities, supports hardworking farmers, and continues traditions that families like mine cherish (I still remember taking my kids to Millican’s years ago to cut our own tree, a memory we’ll never forget).
Texas growers have spent years developing seed stock that can handle our wild weather swings, resulting in stronger, healthier trees built for the Lone Star climate. And many farms now offer full holiday experiences, hayrides, Santa visits, hot cocoa, photo ops, and more.
Texas Christmas Tree Farms Worth the Trip
Whether you want to make a day trip or kick off a new family tradition, here are some great West Texas and Central Texas farms to explore.
• W-8 Christmas Tree Farm, Tuscola, Texas
- 1225 Co Rd 275, near Buffalo Gap
Choose and cut your own tree, browse handmade items in the cottage, and enjoy refreshments and photo ops.
(575) 631-6670 • w-8christmastreefarm.com
W-8 Christmas Tree Farm West Texas
Gallery Credit: Rudy Fernandez
• Millican’s Heritage Christmas Tree Farm, Cross Plains, Texas
- 14683 Co Rd 420, Cross Plains
A charming farm with a log cabin gift shop, fire pit, stocked pond, Texas-grown trees, and fresh firs. Live, potted trees are available, too.
(254) 725-6165 • Facebook: Millican’s Heritage Farm
LOOK: West Texas Christmas Tree Farms That Have So Much to Offer
Gallery Credit: Rudy Fernandez
• Haynie’s Green Acres, Crowley, Texas (Near Fort Worth)
- 10405 Shannon Valley Dr, Crowley
Offering Texas-grown and pre-cut trees since 1998, plus ornaments and holiday gifts in the shop.
• Elgin Christmas Tree Farm, Elgin, Texas (Near Austin)
- 120 Natures Way, Elgin
Popular Central Texas destination featuring hayrides, a petting zoo, games, and plenty of family fun.
• Radde Tannenbaum Farm, Near Dallas-Fort Worth
- 2511 County Rd 1060
Take a hayride to cut your own Afghan pine or choose a pre-cut Fraser fir. Enjoy German treats and unique ornaments.
Final Thoughts
Texas tree farms are thriving, expanding, and welcoming families from across the Lone Star State. If you want a real Texas-grown tree this year, now’s the perfect time to start the tradition, or keep one alive.
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