Where to buy a real Christmas Tree in the Geelong region in 2023
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05.12.2023

Where to buy a real Christmas Tree in the Geelong region in 2023

Words by Ashlee Simpson

Where to buy a Christmas tree locally around Geelong this year, because we're so over plastic ones.

You can hear the distant jingle of bells… You can feel the ice dripping as Michael Buble defrosts… You can see fathers wobbling on the ladder as they try to restrain the inflatable Santa on the roof… You can smell the trio of meats and veggies perfectly seasoned and roasting in the oven… You can taste the whisky your weird uncle gave you that is just not quite right…

Christmas is coming and there is no doubt about that. But one age-old dilemma we all face each year is whether to buy a real Christmas tree or to dust off the grotty old plastic one from somewhere in the garage; because Geelong’s iconic floating tree will just not suffice!

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There have been many debates surrounding the positives and negatives of real vs fake Christmas trees, and it has been determined that buying real trees is not just amazing for having that Christmassy scent linger, but is also the most eco-friendly solution as farmers work towards harvesting trees with the upmost sustainability. 

Research has found that plastic trees are substantially found within the surge of waste that the Christmas and New Years period produce and are left to spend years in landfill, which adds to the favour of buying real trees; a biodegradable, eco-friendly alternative that not only benefits the household which it resides in, but also the environment, farmers, and small businesses that sell the trees. 

Plus, there’s the option this year to get all of your decorations and goodies from the Big Christmas store locally. Now that you’re convinced to buy a real tree this year, here’s your complete guide on where to buy one locally this year. 

Christmas Trees Geelong

Highton, Mount Duneed and North Geelong

Emphasising their stance on real trees being the far more sustainable option than fake, Christmas Trees Geelong operates under the Highton Scouts group, so you know you’re supporting the community. The trees are freshly cut the day they are delivered to provide the highest quality possible. Whilst pickup is available from 43 Barrabool Road, Highton, 16 Douro St, North Geelong or 1170 Surf Coast Highway, Mount Duneed, Christmas Trees Geelong also offer delivery to the entire Geelong region. Trees are incredibly affordable and for all of you high-ceiling households; XXL trees of over 2.5m are available! Here is a price guide: 

  • Small, 1.4 – 1.5m, $80
  • Medium, 1.7 – 1.8m, $100
  • Large, 1.9 – 2.0m, $130
  • Extra large, 2.1 – 2.3m, $150
  • Extra extra large, 2.4 – 2.6m, $200

You can even add on the option for Christmas tree removal for a fee, making Christmas in 2023 an absolute breeze. There are a number of weekends where pickup and delivery are available, starting today until December 20, so make sure to get in quick whilst stocks last, or pre-order online.

Holiday Christmas Trees

Geelong, Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool 

Holiday Christmas Trees is a locally owned and operated farm where buyers have the opportunity to select their tree. They have trees ranging from 5ft to 8ft, and emphasise the importance of creating family traditions and lasting memories when selecting the perfect tree. Holiday Christmas Trees also offer tree stands from $40 and have a range of sizes and prices: 

  • Small, 4-5ft, $70
  • Medium, 5-6ft, $80
  • Large, 6-7ft, $90
  • Extra large, 7-8ft, $110

Trees are available from three locations at 25 Separation, North Geelong, at 227 Colac Road, Waurn Ponds, or the Gateway Plaza Carpark, 154 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool, 7 days a week. More info is available here or call 0483 902 953.

Kings Christmas Trees

Drysdale

Boasting the experience of being able to cut your own Christmas trees with saws provided (and the watchful eye of professionals in case you need a hand), Kings Christmas Trees Drysdale offer families an incredible experience, especially when all trees are only $50 (cash only!).

They operate from Saturday, November 25 right up until Saturday, December 17 unless sold-out prior. They’ll operate Monday to Friday from 4pm to 6pm, and on weekends from 9am to 5pm. 

Also, it’s dog friendly so you can literally bring the whole fam!

Check out the website here.

Scouts Christmas Trees

Ocean Grove and Drysdale

The scout’s groups on the Bellarine are at it again, providing several locations where you can find your perfect tree. All trees are four years in the making, being perfectly crafted and groomed specifically for Christmassy delight. Tree sizes begin at 6ft for $70 and range up to 7ft for $80 with stands also available for purchase. 

The Ocean Grove scouts offer pickup from Ocean Grove Park until Saturday 9 December. They also offer delivery to postcodes 3225, 3226 and 3227 for a small fee on Saturday 10 December.

For your convenience they also offer a tree recycle pick up service on Sunday 7 January 2023 for a small fee. Please note this service is only available to postcodes 3225, 3226 and 3227. Check out their site for more info and to pre-order.

The Drysdale Scout Group is also doing trees, from the Drysdale Scout Hall on 9 – 10 December. You can get small trees at $65, medium trees for $75, large for $85 and extra large for $105. Delivery is free for online orders within the postcodes listed on site. Order and find out more here.

Barwon Heads Scout Group are also on board, with $60 for a 4-5ft tree, $70 for a 5-6ft tree and $80 for a 6-7ft tree. Trees are available for collection from the Barwon Heads Scouts Hall on 8 and 15 December, while delivery of trees will be an option on 9 or 16 December. Find out more here.

The Real Christmas Tree Elves

Melbourne 

The Christmas Tree Elves are a family-owned and operated farm that marks themselves to have the most sustainable Christmas tree production. They deliver across metropolitan Melbourne after their farm works towards complete sustainability.

As well as having a Williamstown, Point Cook, and Brighton retail sites, their trees are offered in small, medium, or large, at $120, $150, or $180 respectively.

Further, the Real Christmas Tree Elves offer a selection of dates where they offer tree pickup after jolly celebrations, where the trees can be brought a new life and purpose. The company also works towards their sustainability promise, where they “will plant two trees for every tree sold… and are committed to being Carbon Neutral”.

You can pick your tree here.

Daylesford Christmas Tree Farm

Daylesford 

If you feel like a weekend outing, the Daylesford Christmas Tree Farm emphasis to their buyers that their trees are perfectly shaped and grown in the rural country, where the city pollution cannot dare harm their perfection. Their philosophy is posed around sustainability, where “for every tree cut, a new one is planted”, but also work towards providing an affordable, friendly service. They offer the experience of being able to wander around the farm so you can personally select your tree and pose a $5 service of netting the tree so that it can travel home with you safely. They have a range of sizes and prices, including: 

  • 4ft at $60
  • 5ft at $75
  • 6ft at $85
  • 7ft at $95
  • 8ft at $110
  • 9ft at $140
  • 10ft at $180

They are open every day right up until December 23 at 5pm, so “look for the Christmas tree sign on the Daylesford-Trentham road” and head to 197 Coopers Lane, Daylesford, or read their site for more details.

Victoria Christmas Tree Farm

Ballarat

If you don’t mind a roadtrip, Victoria Christmas Tree Farm should be on your list.

Located in Ballarat, this family-owned business has been selling Christmas trees for almost five decades, starting from the Vic Market, moving on to sell across Melbourne and now in Ballarat at the farm and from a shopfront in Melton.

The farm is open everyday from 8am right up until December 21, with an extra chance to pick up a tree on December 22 until 1pm. You can pick up trees starting from $75 for 5ft, $95 for 6ft, and $125 for 7ft. There’s also a premium range of christmas trees on offer with delivery available to certain postcodes only.

The Melton store is only open on weekends.

After working in the ‘silly season’ for so many years, the Costa Family understand how difficult this time of year can be for many and each year support local families and communities by donating trees, raising money through their sausage sizzle and local raffle. Head here for more info.

Sam’s Christmas Trees

Bungal 

Nestled on the gentle slopes of the Pentland Hills near Ballan, Sam’s Christmas Trees is a christmas tree farm offering an authentic and memorable tree picking experience.

Once arriving at the farm and parking in the designated area, christmas-lovers are guided to where you can pick the prettiest tree that catches your eye. Once you have decided on the perfect tree, they team can cut down the tree for you, or can provide a handsaw if you would like to do it yourself.

Trees start at $45 for 4.5 feet and go up by the foot, with 5ft at $50, 5.5ft at $60, 6ft at $70, 6.5ft at $75 and so on, right up to 10ft at $150.

Sam’s Christmas Trees is pick-up only. Find out more here.

Now there are no excuses as to why you can’t buy a real tree this year, so make sure to jump in quick before they all sell out!