Our South Christmas 2019

TRADITION
Christmas Trees
THE CHRISTMAS TREE HAS BECOME THE CENTER
OF THE HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS, WITH THE
TRADITION OF GATHERING AROUND THE
TREE DATING BACK TO THE 1500S.
trees, as well as the Carolina Sapphire, which is a light
blue-green color that has become very popular. It looks
like a fir tree, but we can’t grow those this far south.”
Timber Hill is also a choose and cut farm. “We provide
saws and folks go hiking among the trees to find
the one they like the best, then they cut it and drag it
in, and we’ll bale and load it,” explains Wilson, whose
uncle owns the farm. “Weekends are my favorite time
here. We have live music, vendors selling handmade
items, and Santa makes an appearance each weekend.
We have a gift shop where we sell things like wreaths
we make on site and ornaments.”
The Christmas tree has become the center of the
home during the holidays, with the tradition of gathering
around the tree dating back to the 1500s. As folks
yearn for simpler times, the act of cutting their own tree
has become more appealing than ever. “So many folks
live in the city and have such busy lives,” says Worthey.
“I want to provide a good place for families to get
away from it all, where they can be outside in the fresh
air for a while and enjoy each other. This is the way
families make memories together. We do things to keep
them here a little longer, like provide concession items,
children’s activities and train rides. Santa visits here
each weekend. We love that this is a family business.
Our 19-year-old daughter and 22-year-old son are both
involved with the farm. It’s our hope that they’ll want to
carry on the business into the future.” … OS
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