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Whether you want to cut your own tree, pick a live tree and have it cut for you, buy a tree already cut or buy a living tree you can plant, this page provides detailed listings of Hartford and Tolland counties, Connecticut's choose-and-cut Christmas tree farms, places to buy pre-cut (also called pre-harvested and fresh-cut) trees, stands, sleigh rides, hay rides and related winter events and fun. Some listings are for tree farms, others are tree lots, and some only offer hay rides, sleigh rides or other winter events. READ EACH LISTING to know what each facility offers. The farms are listed further down this page, so scroll down the page! I'm always looking for more to add, and to correct any inaccuracies or errors, so if you encounter any, please email me!

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Hartford County

  • Ahren's Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees,
    32 Hoskins Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002. Phone: 860-242-6620.
  • Anderson Christmas Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees, pretagging allowed,  gift shop
    67 School Street, Marion, CT 06444. Phone: 860-628-7418.
  • Birchwood Farms - Choose and cut Christmas Trees.
    3 Birchwood Road, Windsor, CT 06095. Phone: 860-688-4528.
  • Botticello Farms - Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths and boughs, Christmas decorations, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms
    209 Hillstown Road, Manchester, CT 06040. Phone: 860-649-2462. Fax: 860-432-3563. Email us at: Botticellofarms@aol.com. Directions: And for a map to our farm, click here. Our products are usually available in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. Click here for picking updates. Open: August, September, October, November, December; Seasonal: Open Seven days 8AM to 7:30 pm (later during Christmas Season) Seasonal: Open Seven days 8AM to 7:30 pm (later during Christmas Season). Garden annuals and perennials available as early as Mid-March beginning with pansies. Easter Plants, Mothers Day hanging baskets, herbs, vegetable plants May 1-July. Hydroponic Tomatoes May 15-July 15, Corn July 4th-until Frost, Squash, cukes, pickles, tomatoes, peppers, beans: July 4th until frost. Pumpkins, corn stalks, mums August 20th through October 31st; open for Christmas with Trees, wreaths, poinsettias Thanksgiving until Christmas eve. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. We practice Integrated Pest Management-A sustainable approach to managing pests. 
    Christmas tree varieties:
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir.
  • Cherry Brook Farm - Choose and cut Christmas trees, Saws are provided, Restrooms, Tree wrapping
    225 Cherry Brook Road, Canton Center, CT 06020. Phone: 860-693-2687.  Email: haroldburbank@comcast.net. Open: First two (3) weekends in December; from 9:00 AM until dark and by appointment; we are open Saturday, December 17 and SUnday December 18th from 9 AM to dark. . Directions: Route 44 to Route 179. Farm is 2 miles North of 44 on Route 179 on the right. Restrooms are available in the Farm house. Warming shed with Free hot Spiced Cider. Wreaths and tree stands also available. "Real Trees in a Real Forest on a Real Farm". Also sales outlet for "Old Mills Place".
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: Spruce and a few Frasier Firs
    Pre-cut trees: Spruce
    (UPDATED: December 16, 2011)
  • Clearview  Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees,
    176 Adams Street, Bristol, CT 06016. Phone: 860-585-0176.
  • DeMaria Family Farm - Choose and cut Christmas trees, Saws are provided, restrooms, tree wrapping
    1165 Edgewood Road, Kensington, CT 06037. Phone: 860-828-6724. Open:ing November 23th - Hayrides year round by appointment - Greenhouse May and June; on Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm on Monday to Friday from 2 pm to 4 pm. Directions: From the North, South and East - Take Interstate 91 to Route 9 North, Take left exit # 24 toward Route 71 and 372. At the traffic light, turn left onto Route 71A. Go 2+ miles, then take right onto Route 364, take 2nd left onto Edgewood Road, the farm is at the end of the road (about 2 miles) on the left. From the West - Take Interstate 84 to Route 691 East, take exit 5 for Chamberlain Highway/Route 71, turn left at the end of the ramp. Go 1 ½ to 2 miles. After crossing the Berlin town line, take 1st left onto Butler Street, then the next left onto Park Drive, then 1st right onto Edgewood Road. The farm is on the right. Gift Shop with some craft items - farm and household antiques, also wreaths and cemetery boxes - tree preservative. Free Hay Rides for Christmas Tree Customers on Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Also, groups by appointment year round with picnic area. Our friendly farm atmosphere - visit our draft horses, coffee and donuts - a family day in the country with new areas every year. Greenhouse with annuals, perennials and vegetable plants in May and June.
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: Fraser Fir; Douglas Fir; Concolor Fir; Balsam Fir; Blue Spruce; White Spruce; Norway Spruce
  • Dutch Iris Inn Bed and Breakfast - sleigh rides (no trees for sale) and a Bed and Breakfast Inn
    239 Salmon Brook Street, Granby, CT 06035. Phone: (877) 280-0743 or (860) 844-0262. Email: info@dutchirisinn.com. Directions: click here for directions. Sleigh or Carriage Ride for Two: Enjoy the unique experience of a private carriage ride for two. Experience the ambiance of days gone by with a cozy carriage ride at our neighboring historical town of Simsbury . Warm up to a steaming mug of hot coffee or hot chocolate following your carriage ride. Enjoy beautiful overnight accommodations in any one of our guestrooms and be treated to a delicious breakfast in the morning served by candlelight! Contact the inn to reserve your ride (conditions permitting).
  • Dzen Tree Farm, Inc. - Christmas trees
    215 Barber Hill Road, South Windsor, CT 06074. Phone: 860-648-2233.  Fax: 860-648-9065. We offer PYO strawberries in June and PYO red raspberries in June and July. We offer cut your own Christmas trees in December. Visit our website at for more details.  Farm stand offering produce, plants, & soft serve ice cream. 
  • Ellsworth Farms - Choose and cut Christmas Trees
    252 Rye Street, Broad Brook, CT 06016. Phone: 860-627-5121.
  • Fair Weather Acres - Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, garlands, Christmas decorations, trees bagged, trees tied, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, Bouncy castle or moon bounce
    1146 Cromwell Avenue, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. Phone: 860 529 6755. Alternate Phone: 860 883 3818. Fax: 860 529 6631. Email: michele@fairweatheracres.com. Open: Farm Stand open daily from May through December from 8 am to 9pm. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page.
    Christmas tree varieties:
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir.
    (ADDED: July 20, 2010)
  • Flamig Farms - Breakfast with Santa, (but we have no Christmas trees for sale)
    7 Shingle Mill Road, West Simsbury, Connecticut 06092. Phone: (860) 658-5070. Email: flamigfarm@yahoo.com.
    Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Many more activities, including:  School Tours, Farm Animal Zoo, Hay Rides, Mulch & Compost, Pony Rides, Nighttime Halloween Hayrides, Kid Friendly Day Halloween Ride, Summer Camp,  Parties, Farm Fresh Eggs, Breakfast with Santa
  • Hrubiec Farms - Choose and cut Christmas Trees
    421 Southington Road, Kensington, CT 06037. Phone: 860-828-4281.
  • Humphrey's Cherry Brook Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees,
    Rt. 179 - 2 miles north of Route 44, Canton Center, CT 06020. Phone: 860-693-4066. Phone: 860-693-8768. Email: sshumphrey@aol.com.
  • Karabin Farms - Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, garlands, trees tied, trees baled, saws provided, winter wagon rides, Turkeys (organic, not-hormone-fed), Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, Fresh eggs, farm market, gift shop, farm animals, school tours
    894 Andrews Street, Southington, CT 06489. Phone: 860-620-0194. Fax: 860-621-2058. Email: farmingct@cox.net. Open: Daily after Thanksgiving from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and cut your own on Saturday and Sunday until December 23. Directions: From Hartford Take I84 West to Exit 35 (left hand exit) to Rte. 72. Take first exit (Corbin Avenue). Turn right and go to the 4th traffic light. Turn right (Avery Soda is on the corner). Go to the 2nd stop sign and turn left. Go about 2.5 miles to the next stop sign and turn left. Farm is 1 mile on the right. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover.
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: Canaan Fir, White Fir (Concolor Fir).
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Canaan Fir, Douglas Fir.
    (UPDATED: October 29, 2010)
  • Marlborough Tree Farm - Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, trees tied, saws provided,
    Caffyn Drive Ext. Just off of Johnson Road, Marlborough, CT 06447. Phone: 8606391911. Email: marlboroughtreefarm@yahoo.com. Directions: From Route 2 East take Exit 13. Take a left off the ramp, take second road on right, that will be Johnson Road. We are located about ½ mile down on the left. From Route 2 West take Exit 13. Take a right off the ramp, take second road on right, that will be Johnson Road. We are located about ½ mile down on the left. Crops are usually available in December. Open: weekends after Thanksgiving or by appoinment, from 8:00 am till dark. Payment: Cash, only. (UPDATED: November 28, 2008)
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: Blue Spruce, Norway Spruce, White Spruce.
  • Murdock's Trees - You choose we will cut for you trees, Choose and Cut Christmas trees, Saws are provided, Tree wrapping, wreaths, greens
    33 Main Street, Burlington , CT 06013. Phone: 860-675-3012Open: Last Saturday of November thru December - Weekends Only;  Weekends 8:00 am to 4:00 PM. Directions: From Route 6 Bristol, go North on Route 69 3 miles, right on South Main left on Main. From Route 4 Burlington, go South on Route 69 3 miles, left on Reservoir , right on Main Our sign is at the farm. Wreaths, greens, and large wreaths made to order. Tagging is allowed.
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: White Spruce; Blue Spruce; Norway Spruce; Douglas Fir; Balsam Fir; White Pine; Fraser Fir; Concolor Fir
  • Old Cider Mill - ORGANIC, Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, garlands, Christmas decorations, gift shop
    1287 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT 06033. Phone: 633-6601. Email: oldcidermill@yahoo.com. Directions: And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in December. Open: Wednesday to Friday, 3 pm to 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday, 8 am to 6 pm, and by appointment. We are certified organic for all crops! Payment: Cash, Check. Ready made or decorate your own boxwood Christmas tree arrangements. Local fine artists consignment items in the gift shop. (ADDED: December 08, 2008)
    Christmas tree varieties:
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir, and other varieties (call!).
  • Old Orchard Farm - Choose and cut Christmas trees, Boughs and Wreaths, Saws are provided, cutting assistance is available, restrooms, tree wrapping
    73 Barber Hill Road, Broad Brook, CT 06016. Phone: 860-872-3687. Email: rslajda@mail.com. Open: 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM Saturday, Sunday and weekdays by appointment; Opening the weekend before Thanksgiving!. Directions: Close to the Buckland Mall, South Windsor, Vernon, Manchester, Ellington, and Somers. Follow directional signs in season. Many large trees for cathedral ceilings. Lowest price in the area.
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: Douglas Fir; Blue Spruce; White Spruce, Some Fraser Fir; Balsam Fir
    Pre-cut trees: Douglas Fir; Blue Spruce; White Spruce, Some Fraser Fir; Balsam Fir
  • Plant and Garden World - Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, garlands, mistletoe, Christmas decorations, trees baled, gift shop, restrooms, events at your location (call for info)
    1375 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT 06118. Phone: 860-569-0800. Alternate Phone: 860-306-4300. Email: elisa@plantandgardenworld.com. Open: . Directions: From Hartford, Take I-84 E toward Boston; exit 59 for I-384 E toward Providence; Take exit 1 for Spencer Street ; at the end of the ramp turn right;destination will be approx .25m on the left. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page.
    Christmas tree varieties:
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir.
    (ADDED: September 13, 2011)
  • Red Hill Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees,
    37 So. Main Street (Rt. 5), East Windsor, CT 06088. Phone: 860-627-9728.
  • Rose's Berry Farm LLC - Uses integrated pest management practices, Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, garlands, Christmas decorations, trees baled, saws provided, farm market, gift shop, picnic area, school tours
    295 Matson Hill Rd, S. Glastonbury, CT 06073. Phone: 860-633-7467. Alternate Phone: 860-657-3119. Fax: 860-657-3062. Email: rosesblues@cox.net. Open: November 13,2010 to December 22,2010; Hours as noted on website and farm information line. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Updates: Click here for updates. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. We use integrated pest management practices. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover, AmEx. Click here for our Facebook page.
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: Canaan Fir, Colorado Blue Spruce, Fraser Fir.
    (UPDATED: June 29, 2010)
  • Steele's Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees
    683 Vernon Street, Manchester, CT 06040. Phone: 860-649-7842.
  • Sweet Wind Farm - follows organic methods, Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Living Christmas trees (to plant later), Maple Syrup from trees on the farm, prepicked produce, restrooms
    339 South Road, Rte. 179, East Hartland, CT 06027. Phone: 860-653-2038. Email: sweetwind@sweetwindfarm.net. Directions: Follow route 20 west from Granby Center into Hartland. Take a left onto route 179, farm is down 1 ½ miles on right. Take route 219 from Barkhamsted onto rte. 179, farm is on just past town line on left. And for a map to our farm, click here. Crops are usually available in July, August, September, October, November, December. Open: PYO Saturdays beginning in July from 10 am to dusk; Call for appt; for a different time; Farmstand open daily from 10 am till dusk with pre - picked produce and maple products. Blueberry Festival annually second Saturday in July; Pumpkin Festival annually last Saturday in September Maple Festival annually 2nd Saturday in March; PYO Blueberries begins in July-September Vegetables July - October; XMas trees Nov-December; Live trees anytime; Farmstore open year 'round with maple products. We follow organic methods, but are not yet certified. Payment: Cash, Check. Blueberry Festival, Pumpkin Festival, Maple Festival. Sugarhouse tours and classes during sugaring season. Maple products sold wholesale to retailers. (ADDED: May 17, 2008)
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Scotch Pine.
    Living, rooted tree varieties: Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir, Scotch Pine.
  • Tom's Trees - Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, garlands, mistletoe, Santa appearances, Christmas decorations, trees tied, tree shaking provided, trees baled, snacks and refreshment stand
    643 Burnham Street West, Manchester, CT 06040. Phone: 860-644-6789. Email: derochefamily@cox.net. Directions: On the Corner of Chapel Road and Burnham Street Manchester/South Windsor, CT Line. Our products are usually available in November, December. Open: Daily from 9 to 7pm. Payment: Cash, Visa/MasterCard.
    Christmas tree varieties:
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Blue Spruce, Canaan Fir.
  • Wagon Shed Nursery - Choose and cut Christmas Trees
    155 Griffin Road, South Windsor, CT 06094. Phone: 860-289-7356.

Tolland County 

  • Black Iron Ventures, LLC - sleigh rides, Specialty Horse-Drawn Carriage & Wagon Services (No trees!)
    214 Bear Swamp Road, Andover, CT 06232. Phone: 860-742-9080. The winter season would not be complete without a horse-drawn ride through the snow-covered woods. Bring a blanket and your favorite warm beverage for a Holiday Caroling ride in a wagon, carriage or sleigh (snow permitting). For more information, see these pages: Weddings, Winery Tours, Hayrides, Birthday Parties, Special Occasions, Other Events, Our Horses, Our Carriages, Directions.
  • Cedar Ledge Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas trees, Saws are provided Wreaths, Garland Swags, wagon rides, tree carts and tree drilling and pin stands are available, Porta pottie nearby, free tree wrapping is available, gift shop
    260 Coventry Road, Mansfield, CT 06250. Phone: 860-423-5690. Open: Friday, the day after Thanksgiving 9 to 5:00, then Monday thru Friday 12 to 5:00 and Saturday and Sunday 9 to 5:00. Directions: From Willimantic, Route 32 North, 3rd right past Mansfield Drive In From Route 44 Route 32 South from JCT Route 275 2nd left.
    Ornaments, Bows, Wreaths, Garland Swags, Tree stands, and Waterers are sold. Free wagon/Tractor Rides. Ken, Mindy and family invite you to enjoy a special Christmas experience, choosing your tree from our terraced Christmas tree plantation featuring large granite ledge outcrops with scenic views at every turn. Complimentary Hot Chocolate and Coloring Books. Tree Shaking at No Charge. Payment: cash, check, VISA and MASTERCARD. Now offering stone for walls, walks, steps and accent boulders. Delivery available.
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: White Spruce; Norway Spruce; Blue Spruce; White Pine; Douglas Fir;
    Pre-cut trees : Yes - displayed individually in stands with water ( Call for availability )
    (October 21, 2012, by jbs)
    A visitor writes on December 20, 2011: "We were not able to get hayrides on the day we arrived but it was a great experience and we also were dazzled by their wreathes. We purchased a new style tree stand and were pleased that they wrapped the tree and loaded it for us (they were so very nice). This year we went to a different farm that was closer (Dzen) and although they were nice they had no knowledge of the new tree stands and could not drill the hole and told us no one in our area could. Thanks to your site we were able to locate Cedar Ledge again and we will be returning there today (and probably always now). I also use your site in the fall for apple picking. Thanks for designating the organic farms, too. Great job!"
  • Eagle Valley Farms - follows organic methods, Christmas wreaths and boughs, Christmas decorations, Honey from hives on the farm, prepicked produce
    247 Old Springfield Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076. Phone: 860-684-7631. Fax: 860-684-7631. Email: bigftlightft@yahoo.com. Directions: from rte 190- go two miles north on Old Springfield Road farm is on the right. And for a map to our farm, click here. Open: Wednesday through Saturday from 9 to 6pm and Sunday from  12 noon to 5pm. We follow organic methods, but are not yet certified. Payment: Cash, Check, Visa/MasterCard.
  • Grimaldi's Christmas Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas trees, Saws are provided
    121 Spruce Street, Manchester, CT 06040. Phone: Home: 860-649-2184. Email: Pippog@netzero.net. Open: First Saturday following Thanksgiving; from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Directions: I-84 to Ruby Road Exit 71, Turn left at end of ramp, turn left onto overpass, turn left, Lohse Road, Follow signs. Tagging is allowed.
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: Fraser Fir; White Spruce; Douglas Fir; Colorado Spruce
  • Hunts Christmas Tree farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees, Santa visits, saw & rope supplied, free baling, & tree removal bag.
    80 Wood Bridge Road, Coventry, CT  06238. Phone: (860) 742-6525. Email: estherhunt@sbcglobal.net. Open: after Thanksgiving 9am to 5pm, everyday; Santa everyday!
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: White & Blue Spruce,
  • Kogut's Hemlock Hill Christmas Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas trees, Wreaths, Saws are provided, free tree wrapping, Restrooms, wagon rides
    108 Billings Road, Somers, CT. Phone: 203-630-6531. Alternate phone: 203-641-1632. Fax : 203-379-5054. Email: wkogut@cox.net. Open: November 28th to December 24th; from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Directions: Exit 47E off I-91 (Route 190) go East, through Hazardville and Somersville. Watch for signs to Hemlock Hill Christmas Tree Farm. You'll take a right off Route 190 onto Ninth District Road. From Route 83 in Somers take Billings Road direct to the farm. Tractor Rides on Weekends Only, weather permitting. Mechanical Talking Santa - Weekends Only. Easy parking, Free baling, Pine roping, Custom Wreaths and Tree Stands available.
    "design your own" wreath and "for Kids only" area - Refer to our Website for details!
    Cut-your-own-tree varieties: Fraser Fir; Balsam Fir; Colorado Spruce; Cannan Fir
    Pre-cut trees : Fraser Fir; Balsam Fir;
  • Maynards Farm - Christmas trees and pumpkins
    337 Riley Mountain Road , Coventry , CT 06238. Phone: 860-742-6590 . Email us at: info@maynardfarmsinc.com . Maynard Farms Florist and Farm Market 2nd location that is open year round on Route 44 in Coventry, call 860-742-0289. Maynard Farms is a family owned and operated retail greenhouse establishment Coventry, Connecticut. they carry over 2000 varieties of annual, perennial, vegetable, tree and shrub items. Maynard Farms also has a Florist and Farm Market.
  • Pell Farms - Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Precut Christmas trees, Living Christmas trees (to plant later), Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, garlands, trees tied, trees baled, saws provided, prepicked produce, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, pony rides, petting zoo, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    23 Stafford Road, Somers, CT 06071. Phone: 860-749-3582. Directions: Click here for a map and directions. Updates: Click here for updates. Crops are usually available in June, October, December. Open: Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Payment: Cash, Check. (UPDATED: March 10, 2009)
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: Canaan Fir, Fraser Fir.
    PreCut varieties: Canaan Fir, Fraser Fir.
    Living, rooted tree varieties: Canaan Fir, Fraser Fir.
  • Scotts Tree Farm - Christmas trees-you choose and you cut, Precut Christmas trees, Christmas wreaths, Christmas boughs, saws provided,
    11 Bunker Hill Road, Andover, CT 06232. Phone: 860-742-9965. Fax: 860-742-8290. Open: First Friday after Thanksgiving to December 24th; Hours 9:00 am to dark, 7 days per week. Directions: Route 6 to Bunker Hill Road; Go approximately 100 yards, take left before crossing bridge. Click here for a map and directions. Payment: Cash, Check. Features: Easy parking, tagging allowed, large trees for cathedral ceilings, chain saws allowed, restrooms close by, coloring books for children, calendars, and the perfect tree for your family. (UPDATED: November 09, 2009)
    Christmas tree varieties:
    U-Choose and Cut varieties: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir, White Spruce.
    PreCut varieties: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir, White Spruce.
  • Shady Pine Christmas Tree Farm - Choose and cut Christmas Trees, pretagging allowed,  gift shop
    299 Old Colchester Road, Amston, CT 06231. Phone: 860-228-2675.
  • William Hunt - Choose and cut Christmas Trees, pretagging allowed
    80 Woodbridge Road, Coventry, CT 06238. Phone: 860-742-6525.

 

 

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