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At Gaines Farm and Kennels, you
will find a nice selection of trees which are suitable for landscaping and seasonal uses. Producing trees isn't easy,
in fact, it's down right difficult to do most of the time! If it isn't the lack of rain that hurts them, it's having
too much. Then there are the bugs, worms, and whitetail deer that all try and stake claims to them. And this says nothing
of my accidential losses with the riding mower...erh! Currently, I
offer many different varieties of trees (pine, spruce, and fir) and in different sizes, ages, needle type,
color, and use. While there are many to choose, growing conditions play an important role in fullness and availability
for that year. If you're looking for a dug tree, one that can be used for the Christmas season and then replanted, we
have those too. Some folks just don't like the idea of cutting
down life, when you see the trees, you can't blame them. All cut and dug trees are sold "as
is" and are non-refundable after your purchase. We cannot guarantee the life of a dug tree; you dig it and you're responsible
for it. It's a great way of reusing a tree and starting your own mini tree farm. Fresh cut trees always last longer than the chain store trees. The reason is simple; these trees are
sometimes cut two weeks or more ahead and then shipped. Then they sit around outside and without water. The end results:
not much smell and needles start falling off the day you bring them inside! When you own a fresh cut tree, you'll notice the
difference and your friends will too.
We're expanding our Christmas Tree operation and
added Phase III which contains over 300+ new trees.
Selling Variety...
If you want the same old same old, go to the warehouse stores. If you're
looking for fresh cut daily, low prices, reduced chemical use, and the farm experience...you've come to the right place! We offer the following trees: Douglas
Fir, Eastern White Pine, Norway Spruce, Colorado Blue Spruce, Concolor Fir, Ponderosa Pine, White Spruce, Canaan Fir, Eastern
Red Cedar, Serbian Spruce, and Balsam Fir.
Depending
upon the year planted and the variety I use, I have trees ranging in size from 2' to 12'+ in height. Some
trees like the Blue Spruce are truly blue. There are trees have stiff needles and others with
softer ones. Christmas Trees like the Concolor Fir have an orange scent to them. If
you like the rustic look...Ponderosa Pines and Eastern Red Cedars are the way to go. Christmas
Trees are an extension of you and your decorating interests. Keep this in mind when decorating and when selecting the "right"
tree. We offer tag now for folks who want to "protect"
their selection before Christmas. Reusing a tree? Nothing wrong with our you dig plan! Of
course the best deal is our fresh cut daily. You select it that day and either you can cut it or
I can. Try something new this year. If you've had short needle
trees before, go to a longer needle variety. Make it a family tradition and bring the
kids. This is an exciting time and a part of the total holiday experience...Embrace It!
The chain stores don't offer a "farm experience."
Gaines Farm and Kennels offers the
Christmas Tree hunter a "farm experience." As you walk around the farm looking for the "right" tree,
you may encounter wildlife in many locations. Rabbits and songbirds can be found in the hedgerows, ducks
and geese might be seen on the farm pond, and sometimes Whitetail deer forget to hide. Selling "By Appointment" allows you and your family the opportunity
to take advantage of the "farm experience." You'll have lots of fresh air, a relaxing time walking back
to the tree patch or through the hedgerows, and there's choices. Let the kids help with the selection. Please use caution while you are around the farm pond. This time of year the
bass may still be hungry!!! The
process is easy: pick your tree, pay for it, and either you can cut it or I can. Sorry, digging is on YOU! Sales are
by appointment and start on Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. ****SALES BY APPOINTMENT**** Our trees are in the back of the farm and along the hedgerows. Prices start at $25.00 for
cut trees, dug trees run about $20.00 over the cut tree price. You are responsible for any and all occurrences,
accidents, injuries, or losses while a guest on our farm. Please watch your kids and pets!!! Call me, Howard Gaines III at 302-943-9768 cell or 302-398-0185 home,
1948 Hopkins Cemetery Road, Harrington, Delaware 19952. We are two miles behind Callaway Furniture and on the right. UPDATED: DECEMBER 22, 2011
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