We just bought our Christmas tree at the Atlanta Farmers Market from Carl McCall, and had a great experience. We found Carl to be the best of a fine group of Christmas tree vendors. He was very sincere in finding us the perfect size Frazier Fur for our home. Here are some reasons why I think you should buy your Christmas tree from the Atlanta Farmers Market:
- Conveinantly located, it’s very close to Hartsfield Airport. Last night it was a 17 minute drive from our Buckhead home.
- It’s the biggest selection of Christmas trees in Atlanta. There are also a bunch of handmade wreaths made out of pine needle, Leyland Cypress or Boxwood. Most of the wreaths and garland are made on the premises, so if you specify custom Christmas decorations.
- The people selling the Christmas trees are the ones growing the trees. Most of them drive down from North Carolina. For instance, Carl McCall is from the Lake Toxaway area and has been in the business for a long time. I happen to enjoy the personal aspect of meeting the farmer that grew the trees. It seems less “commercial” to me. It’s the next best thing to cutting it yourself.
- The trees are fresh and Carl has them shipped daily from his North Carolina farms. The one we bought was only a few days old. Many of the large chain stores start having their trees cut in October. You don’t want your tree losing its needles when Santa tries to put his gifts under it.
- It’s less expensive than the Buckhead lots. The same tree for sale at “Big Johns” was more than double what I paid at the Farmers Market.
So if you’re looking for that perfect tree, take the short trip to the Atlanta Farmers Market. You’ll have a large selection and some great service if you go to Carl McCall’s stand. You can call him at 828-577-6132, tell him Erika Eaton sent you.
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