Christmas memories that last a lifetime.
Maple Row Farm has been employing sustainable farming methods here in Easton, CT for over 200 years. In the past fifty years we have been come to be known as one of Fairfield Counties premier choose and cut tree farms.
There’s no better way to usher in the holidays than by cutting your own fresh Christmas tree. It’s a tradition that your whole family will cherish. We’re here to help make your Christmas memories last a lifetime.
Covid Update
We continue to carefully monitor the situation surrounding Covid-19 and strive to keep both our customers and staff safe. We also recognize the need for healthy activities for both mind and body and feel that Christmas Tree harvesting in the crisp winter air can be a great solution! With over 200 acres and plenty of room to maintain six feet this should go well.
Please familiarize yourself with the generally accepted protocols around Covid 19 and practice these as you would in any store or amongst strangers to include masks and social distancing. Keep tailgaiting reasonable and within the states guidelines for group sizes and gatherings. We do suggest your own hand sanitizer as winter temperatures will make supplying it a difficult task.
Best of all if you’re particularly concerned we strongly urge you to visit the farm during the week. There is a little known secret that on weekdays the farm is an idyllic peaceful setting. Trees are discounted as there are no hayrides meanwhile the entire farm is still accessible for harvesting.
Weekdays
Cut Your Own $79
- Pre-Cuts discounted $8 on weekdays
- Wreaths, Roping, Stands, and other Holiday accessories
- Enjoy the tranquility
Weekends*
Cut Your Own $87
- Precut trees are individually priced from $87
- Wreaths, Roping, Stands, and other Holiday accessories
- Hayrides, Refreshments, Tailgaiting allowed
We accept Cash or Check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
Tree Selection Guide
Use our handy guide to help you choose the tree thats right for you.
Balsam Fir
Balsam Fir
Balsam Fir exhibits a relatively dense, dark-green, pyramidal crown with a slender spire-like tip. Balsam fir and Fraser fir have many similar characteristics,
Blue Spruce
Blue Spruce
Needles are generally sharp and dull bluish-gray to silvery blue, they emit a resinous odor when crushed. Some trees have a more distinct bluish-white or silvery-white foliage. It is the official state tree of both Colorado and Utah.
Canaan Fir
Canaan Fir
Canaan (pronounced "Ka-naan", with emphasis on the last syllable) is a relative newcomer to the Christmas tree market. It has many similarities to both Fraser and balsam firs in growth and appearance.
Concolor Fir
Concolor Fir
White fir, is also also commonly called Concolor fir. As a Christmas tree, white fir has good foliage color, a pleasing natural shape and aroma, and good needle retention.
Douglas Fir
Douglas Fir
Douglas-fir trees can live for a thousand years, largely due to a very thick bark that allows them to survive moderate fires. Thus many ancient old-growth forests contain large Douglas-fir that represent the legacy of fires that occurred many centuries ago.
Frasier Fir
Frasier Fir
In many respects, Fraser fir and balsam fir are quite similar, although the geographic ranges of the two species do not overlap. They were once a single species which has since evolved into the two present-day forms.
Norway Spruce
Norway Spruce
More than 100 forms and varieties of Norway Spruce have been named. The color of Norway spruce is excellent, but they must be cut fresh and kept properly watered.
White Pine
White Pine
White pine is considered to be the largest pine in the United States. Needle retention is good to excellent. White pine is reported to result in fewer allergic reactions than other species.
White Spruce
White Spruce
White Spruce is the state tree of South Dakota. As a Christmas tree, white spruce has excellent foliage color, short stiff needles and a good natural shape. Needle retention is better than some of other spruce species.
Weather at The Farm
When you’re preparing for a visit to the farm; remember the New England adage “If you don’t like the weather, wait 5 minutes…” We recommend dressing in layers so you can adjust your layers to accommodate Mother Natures unpredictable nature.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the questions we hear the most often.
Should I bring my own chain saw to cut down my award winning tree? I like lots of horse power!
Not necessary. We have plenty of saws and for safety reasons, we do not allow customers to operate any power equipment such as chain saws.
Where are the big trees?
A little sense of adventure is needed for this search. The entire farm is always open for searching. Every tree is available and there is no particular area where there is an abundance of a certain type or size tree.
Will I need to wear boots and be prepared to trudge through the snow?
The farm is entirely outdoors. Depending on the weather the parking lots can even be wet. Precut trees are a way to avoid walking through the farm. If you plan on venturing out to cut down your own tree you should be prepared to do a lot of walking. Maple Row Tree Farm has many acres of trees for you to look through!
How long does it take to grow a tree?
A tree takes about four years from a seed to the time it is large enough to be put into the field. After this it will take on average about a foot a year. Different varieties will grow slower or faster than others.
What kind of tree will keep its needles the longest?
Firs and Pines will hold their needles longer after being cut than a spruce will. It is important however to remember that each tree is in itself individual, and for this reason a specific tree may not hold its needles. Maple Row Farm guarantees all trees in that if it does lose a large number of needles prior to Christmas by returning the tree we will provide another free of charge or a certificate for a tree the following year.
How many locations are there? How do you tell one from the other - I am meeting my friends here and will need to drive around until I find them?
Take a look at our Maps section.
Where can we park - there will be a group of us?
Tailgating has become increasing popular and with this so have people headed to the farm in groups. To accommodate this we ask that groups arrive together, as we park cars in the order they arrive. We also ask that you do not “reserve” space beyond your parking space, there are no tents in the parking area and visitors are asked to purchase a tree (not just party)! Thanks.
How can I keep our tree fresh?
- Store your tree out of the sun & wind in a cool spot.
- Before setup cut off 1/4 inch or more from the base.
- It is typical for the inner needles on the tree to drop when transporting. A few good shakes before bringing it inside will help to minimize falling needles.
- Keep water in your stand. A good stand will hold plenty of water, but should be checked daily, twice the first day. If your tree runs out of water the base will need to be re-cut!
Is there any place nearby for lunch?
Maple Row Tree Farm is located in rural Easton. There are no restaurants in town. There are, however, numerous restaurants in nearby Monroe, to the East, and Fairfield, to the West. Here are a few:
-Blue Bird Inn, Route 58, Easton (203) 452-0697
-Roberto’s, Main Street Monroe, (203) 268-5723
-Carl Anthony’s, Main Street, Monroe, (203)261-2652
-Barcelona, Route 58, Fairfield, (203) 255-0800
What tree gives off the best smell?
Each tree type does smell and has its own unique smell. The easiest way to tell what a tree smells like is to break a needle or the end of a branch. This will let out aroma. Similarly in the home cutting a few branches every day will cause the tree to be more fragrant.
Can someone help us tie the tree on the car?
We try to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service. Unfortunately during our busier weekends we are unable to assist in tying on trees to cars. We do however provide twine for this. During the week we try our best to assist. Your understanding is appreciated.
Can I bring my dog?
We do allow dogs. In order to be respectful to all other tree hunters, we do require that your dog be on a leash at all times when on the farm.
I have a shovel. Where can I go to dig up my Christmas tree?
Believe it or not we do not allow nor do we dig out any trees. It is said that there is as much of a tree underground as there is above. Therefore, to dig out a six-foot tree not grown to be dug would require a root ball weighing hundreds of pounds. If it must be a dug tree, our partner nursery Maple Row Growers may be able to help.