Leyland cypress, Southern Red Cedar, Arizona Blue Ice Cypress available

Bring back an old holiday tradition, or start a new one as you select and cut down your Christmas tree at Strickland’s Christmas Tree Farm. Located in DeFuniak Springs, the farm is owned by Cody and Linda Strickland. The 60-acre farm is one of the largest in Florida, and offers three varieties: Leyland Cypress, Southern Red Cedar and Arizona Blue Ice Cypress. The Strickland’s have now planted Virginia Pine and Florida Pine for future harvest.

Started in the early ’60s by Strickland’s grandfather with just a few trees, popularity soon grew, and more trees were planted every year. Practicing good stewardship, this third generation farm has expanded to more than 10,000 trees.

“We replant a minimum of three times what we sell,” said Cody Strickland.

There are three types of trees to chose from – Leyland cypress, red cedar or Arizona Blue Ice.

Pricing is $7/ft. up to 8 ft., $8.00/ft. 8 1/2 – 10 ft. tall, $9.00/ft. 10 1/2 – 12 ft. tall, $10/ft. 12 1/2 ft. tall, $11/ft. 14 1/2 – 16 ft., $12/ft. 16 1/2 – 18 ft., $13/ft. 18 1/2 – 20 ft., $14/ft. 20 1/12 – 22 ft., $15/ft. 22 1/2 and up. A 10% discount is offered to military personnel. Delivery is available, inquire for prices. Wholesale pricing is offered for more than 20 trees.

Tree stands, preservatives and removal bags are available on site. Hand saws are provided in addition to assistance cutting trees down if needed. Measuring poles are also available. Baling is offered for a minimal fee in addition to shaking to rid the trees of bugs.

Hot chocolate, soft drinks and snacks will be available.

Strickland Tree Farm is located at 1602 Kidd Road (CR183) in DeFuniak Springs. Their hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon. – Sat. 12 – 5 p.m. Sun. Trees will be available from the day after Thanksgiving until Dec. 22. For more information, call (850) 951-1005 ::Map::