Where to Find a Real Christmas Tree in Iowa and Illinois

Where to Find a Real Christmas Tree in the Quad Cities Area

As the holiday season kicks off, many Quad Cities residents are searching for the perfect Christmas tree to bring home. This year, several local farms and nurseries are offering a variety of cut-your-own and pre-cut trees, providing families with a festive, hands-on experience. Here’s a breakdown of where to find real Christmas trees in and around the Quad Cities.

Iowa Locations

• Myers Tree Farm
  Located at 11337 Sperry Rd in Sperry, Myers Tree Farm offers a range of Scotch and White Pine trees, along with pre-cut Fraser Firs. The farm opens its gates on November 24, with pricing varying by tree.
• Honey Creek Timbers
  In Morning Sun, Honey Creek Timbers will open on November 23, operating daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Payment is cash or check only, with details on pricing and tree types to come.
• Handley’s Holiday Hillside
  Handley’s, located in Solon, will open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting November 24. Payment options are limited to cash or check.
• Hainstock Christmas Trees
  For those near Delmar, Hainstock Christmas Trees provides cut-your-own options, including Canaan Fir, White Pine, and Scotch Pine. The farm opens November 25 and 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with prices ranging from $25 to $50.

• Up North Pines
  Davenport’s Up North Pines offers a selection of White Pine, Austrian Pine, and Canaan Fir trees. Prices are set at $47 per tree, with operations running from November 24 to 26 and again on December 2.
• The Green Thumbers
  Located at 3030 Brady St. in Davenport, The Green Thumbers has various spruce trees available. Their store hours run Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., and weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Evergreen Acres
  In Delmar, Evergreen Acres will be open from November 24 to 26, offering a variety of trees from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pricing details are still pending.

Illinois Locations

• Timber Lane Tree Farm
  Timber Lane, in Fulton, offers both pre-cut and cut-your-own options, featuring a wide range of pine and fir trees. The farm opens on November 24.
• Lakeside Pines
  Hillsdale’s Lakeside Pines will open from November 24 to 26, with trees available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Payment is limited to cash or check.
• Wyffels Tree Farm
  Wyffels Tree Farm in Moline is known for its Fraser Fir, Balsam Fir, and White Spruce trees. The farm operates from November 24 to 26, with cash or check payments only.
• The Tree Co.
  Located in Port Byron, The Tree Co. offers both pre-cut and cut-your-own options. Specific details on hours and pricing are forthcoming.

• Hidden Pines
  Hidden Pines, also in Port Byron, opens on November 24 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with additional details yet to be announced.
• Richland Grove Tree Farm
  Richland Grove in Lynn Center features Scotch Pine, White Pine, and Canaan Fir trees. The farm will open from November 24 to 26, accepting only cash or check.
• Corn Crib Nursery
  Coal Valley’s Corn Crib Nursery offers a variety of trees, with hours from Wednesday to Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pricing details vary by tree type.

Tips for Tree Shopping

• Arrive Early: Popular tree varieties tend to sell quickly.
• Payment Methods: Many farms accept only cash or check, so plan accordingly.
• Dress Appropriately: Outdoor farms can be cold, so bundle up for the weather.

With a range of options available across the region, residents can enjoy the tradition of selecting a real Christmas tree while supporting local farms and businesses.