Christmas Tree Farms in Missouri

22 are listed here, as of 2026-10-09, across 19 counties; 19 of them offer choose and cut. The list is compiled from public listings and Missouri growers association directories, so a farm that has no web presence may be missing.

Most open the weekend after Thanksgiving, Friday through Sunday, and stay open until the middle of December or until the trees run out. Hours differ from farm to farm and change with the weather, so check the farm's page or call before you drive.

Missouri farms spread through the Ozarks and the river counties, with Scotch pine, white pine and fir on family farms and cut your own weekends after Thanksgiving. The species guide on the national page compares seven common trees, including how long each holds its needles.

Yes. 19 of the listed Missouri farms are choose and cut, which means you walk the field and cut a standing tree yourself, usually with a saw the farm lends or rents. 12 also sell pre-cut trees. Call first in a wet or snowy week.

At a farm, no: you pay for the tree. Cutting on public land is a different matter, and the national permits guide explains which agencies issue tags and how to find yours.

The National Christmas Tree Association (realchristmastrees.org) publishes growing and care guidance and links to state associations.

Make a fresh cut of about a half inch off the base before it goes in the stand, keep the stand full of plain water (about a quart a day for each inch of trunk diameter), and keep the tree away from heat vents, fireplaces and direct sun.