Christmas Tree
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NC Fraser firs grown on the mountainside in Avery County — the Christmas tree capital of the East.
Sugar Plum Farms · Newland, North Carolina
NC Fraser firs grown on the mountainside in Avery County — the Christmas tree capital of the East.
Sugar Plum Farms · Newland, North Carolina
For over five decades, Sugar Plum Farms has been growing North Carolina Fraser firs at elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our trees develop dense branches, beautiful blue-green needles, and a fragrance that fills your home all season long — quality that keeps families coming back year after year.
North Carolina Fraser fir is widely regarded as the finest Christmas tree you can bring home. Grown at elevation here in Avery County, our trees develop strong branches, rich blue-green color, and the wonderful fragrance Fraser firs are known for.
Fraser fir is prized as one of the longest-lasting cut Christmas trees — its stiff, upward-curving needles resist dropping far longer than Douglas fir or spruce, especially with fresh water and a clean base cut.
Sturdy, slightly upturned branches hold heavy ornaments and strings of lights without sagging — a common complaint with softer-branched varieties.
A clean, classic evergreen scent that's less resinous than balsam fir and lasts the full season indoors.
Grown above 3,000 feet in Avery County's Blue Ridge climate — the elevation and cool nights Fraser fir needs to develop its density and color.
A freshly cut Fraser fir typically lasts 4–6 weeks indoors with proper care — a fresh half-inch cut at the base before it goes in the stand, and daily watering to keep the base submerged.
Every real tree sheds some needles over time, but Fraser fir is one of the best-retaining varieties available — its stiff needles hold on far longer than softer-needled species when the tree is kept watered.
We're open for choose & cut November 14 through December 20. Given a Fraser fir's strong needle retention, trees cut anytime in that window will comfortably last through the holidays.
Yes — we supply wholesale Fraser fir Christmas trees to retailers, garden centers, tree lots, and fundraiser organizers. See our wholesale page for details.
Select your tree and our team cuts it for you.
Every tree baled fresh and tight for easy transport.
Our team loads and secures your tree safely.
Ride to the mountaintop to pick your tree.
Complimentary while you browse the farm.
Free on weekends — bring the whole family.
Warm up and roast marshmallows for free.
Local eats on the weekends.
Craft your own fresh Fraser fir wreath.
Ornaments, decor & local goods.
We'd love to welcome your family to the farm this season.