TOP 10 TOP TEN: Christmas Tree Farms in <strong>Southern</strong> <strong>Indiana</strong> Pictured: Te Christmas tree farm at Huber’s Orchard & Winery / Photo by Michelle Hockman 1 Huber’s Orchard & Winery 19816 Huber Road, Borden, IN 47106 Take a wagon ride to the tree farm to fnd your perfect tree! Choose and cut your own Scotch pine, White pine, Douglas fr, Norway spruce, or Blue spruce, or choose a pre-cut Frasier fr. Enjoy a free cup of apple cider with your tree purchase, or stop by the bakery for freshly baked breads, fudge, and Christmas treats. Open daily from November 27 - December 23 from 10 am - 6 pm. For more information: www.huberwinery.com or 812-923-9813. 2 Meyer Christmas Tree Farm 24619 Tom Evans Rd, Borden, IN 47106 Just 20 miles from Louisville, this Borden, <strong>Indiana</strong> farm is open daily between Thanksgiving and December 23. Trees available include White pine, Scotch pine, Blue spruce, Norway spruce, and Canaan fr. The Boy Scouts will be running a concession stand on the weekends. Open daily from November 27 - December 23 from 10 am - dark. For more information, call (812) 923- 9355 or email mickmeyer@wildblue.net. Nov/Dec <strong>2015</strong> • 8
3 Sheets Tree Farm 5679 N. Co. Rd. 200 East, Osgood, IN 47037 This historic farm has been in the same family since 1854, and was home of the White House christmas tree in 1968! Arrive early, bundle up, and explore one of the walking trails on this large farm before you choose your tree. Warm up with the free hot chocolate, or take a wagon ride. (Wagon rides only ofered on the weekend.) Choose from White pine, Scotch pine, and Canaan fr. Landscape trees (B&B) and wreaths are available as well. Open Wednesdays through Sundays between November 27 - December 20. For more information: www.sheetstreefarm.com or 812-689-4768. 4 Roberts Tree Farm 9977 N CR 25 E, Seymour, IN 47274 Stop by this picturesque farm in Seymour, <strong>Indiana</strong>, and search for the perfect tree. Enjoy a wagon ride on your way to choose and cut the perfect tree. Choose from canaan frs, frasier frs, White pine, Norway spruce, White spruce, and Scotch pine. If you are looking for a few extra pieces for holiday decorating, stop by the Christmas shop for homemade wreaths, garland, and centerpieces. Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between November 27 and December 23. For more information: www.robertstreefarm. com or (812)521-1902. 5 Scherle’s Tree Farm 825 N. Crystal Road, Crystal, IN This local farm near Jasper, <strong>Indiana</strong>, is open on Thanksgiving day if you would like to start your Christmas tradition early! White and Scotch pines are ofered for choose and cut. Wreaths, greenery, swags, precut Frazier frs and ball and burlap landscape trees are also ofered for sale. Open November 26-27 for the Thanksgiving holiday. Then open weekends until Christmas. For more information: (812) 678-2000 or www.facebook.com/Scherles-Tree-Farm-115844493437 6 Wynn’s Christmas Tree Farm 10674 E Co Rd 800 N, Seymour, IN 47274 This small farm near Seymour, <strong>Indiana</strong>, works hard to help families make lasting memories. While there, be sure and join in on their tradition of taking a family photo before cuting each tree down. Worried Santa won’t accept your tree? Their website verifes that the farm has been inspected and approved by Santa’s elves! Santa himself occasionally stops by on weekends to hear Christmas gift requests. Cut and choose your own Douglas fr, Scotch fr, or Canaan fr. Open November 27, and the weekends following until Christmas. For more information: www.wynnschristmastreefarm.com or 812-521-3200. 7 Woodcrest Farm 1427 Pinhook Rd, Bedford, IN 47421 This Bedford, <strong>Indiana</strong> farm has been serving the community since 1978. Choose from Scotch pine, White pine, spruce, and Canaan fr trees. Don’t forget to check out the selection of wreaths, pine cones, garland, and living trees. For more information: www. woodcrestfarmllc.com or call 812-279-5164. 8 Tower Family Tree Farm 4416 W. Lowell Rd, Columbus, IN 47201 This family run farm near Columbus planted their frst trees in 1984, and opened for their frst holiday season in 1992. Plan to head here early in the Christmas season. Last year, they sold out of trees by December 7! Choose and cut your own White pine, Scotch pine, Norway spruce, or Balsam fr. Pre-cut Frasier frs and seasonal wreaths are also available for purchase. Opening November 21 for the weekend before Thanksiving. Ofering weekday hours between 1 pm and dark, and weekend hours between 10 am and dark. For more information: htp://towerfamilychristmastrees.blogspot.com or call (812) 378-3505. 9 Hein Tree Farm 12076 S. State Rd 335, Pekin, IN 47165 Start a new tradition this year with the centrally located Hein Tree Farm in Pekin, <strong>Indiana</strong>. Choose from White pine, Scotch pines, Frasier fr, or Douglas fr. While there, check out the gift shop with holiday wreaths and other seasonal items. Call ahead for hours and holiday schedule. For more information: www.facebook.com/TheHeinTreeFarm or (812) 967-3573. 10 Harper Tree Farm 9455 Tree Farm Rd, Rome, IN 47574 Fill up your gas tank and take a scenic drive into the country to pick your perfect tree. This remote tree farm is located on 100 acres in the middle of the Hoosier National Forest. Choose and cut your own White pine, Scotch pine, or Norway spruce. Pre-cut frasier frs are also available for purchase. They also ofer wreaths, grave blankets, swags, garland, jams and jellies. Open daily from Thanksgiving day until Christmas. For more information: www.anditarquini.wix.com/harpertreefarm or call (812) 836-2726. Nov/Dec <strong>2015</strong> • 9