James & Helen Pitts
Founders, Sugar Plum Farms
For over five decades, Sugar Plum Farms has been growing Christmas trees and creating holiday memories in the mountains of Avery County.
James & Helen Pitts
Founders, Sugar Plum Farms
James and Helen Pitts joined their lives and their dreams, planting the first trees at Sugar Plum Farms. Together, they meticulously grew and cared for the most beautiful Christmas trees, making each holiday season special for families far and wide.
For over five decades, James and his devoted wife Helen worked side by side, nurturing the festive spirit of the holiday season and creating cherished memories for countless families.
We are saddened by the passing of both James and Helen, whose presence, warmth, and commitment made Sugar Plum Farms what it is. Their legacy lives on in the evergreen beauty of the trees they nurtured together.
Their son Darrell, who grew up amidst the rustling evergreens and joyous laughter of holiday seasons, and his wife Sharon are ready to continue the tradition — making it bigger and better than ever while honoring his parents' legacy.
Their legacy lives on in the evergreen beauty of the trees they nurtured together, and in every family that chooses a tree from Sugar Plum Farms.
The Nursery Today
Sugar Plum Farms, Avery County
Three generations and counting. Sugar Plum Farms has always been a family operation, and we treat every visitor like family too.
Our quality keeps our customers coming back year after year.
Farm tours, school field trips, and welcoming groups of all kinds. We invite you to be a part of this enduring tradition.
We'd love to welcome you to the farm.
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