Who loves the smell of a freshly cut Christmas tree? There are many wonderful, local farms to support here in Des Moines and Central Iowa. Spend a day selecting your perfect tree and maybe enjoying some hot cocoa and other amenities.
Where to find real Christmas trees in the Des Moines area
Bentley Ridge Tree Farm & Nursery
Where: 4400 W 1st St, Grimes, IA 515-444-9101
From selecting the perfect Christmas tree to winter workshops and classes, Bentley Ridge Tree Farm and Nursery covers all your needs including wreaths, greenery, gifts, and more!
Deal’s Orchard
Where: 1102 244th St. Jefferson, IA 515-386-8279
Cut your own or select a pre-cut tree. Visit their Apple Barn for unique decor and gift ideas, including a large selection of gift baskets. Get your picture taken in Santa’s sleigh!
Tree Varieties: Scotch Pine, White Spruce, Canaan Fir, Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir
Urbandale Scouting America Tree Lot
Where: 4351 1/2 Merle Hay Road
All proceeds support scouting activities. The tree lot opens at noon on November 15, 2025 and closes when all the trees are sold, likely in early December.
Tree Varieties: Frasier Fir, Balsam Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine (live wreaths and garland are also available)
Earl May
Where: Ankeny, Grimes, Des Moines, West Des Moines, Waukee
Find quality Christmas trees, garlands, and wreaths.
Hill’s Tree Farm
Where: 19885 Midland Trail, Minburn, IA 515-677-2389
In addition to cut-your-own Christmas trees, Hill’s farm offers hand-decorated wreaths, greenery baskets, mantle pieces, table centerpieces, and greenery crosses. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and cookies in their Tree Shed.
Tree Varieties: Fraser Firs, Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Douglas Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine, and Norway Spruce
Howell Tree Farm
Where: 3129 Howell Court, Cumming, IA 515-981-4762
Howell Tree Farm is a full-service tree farm. All you have to do is pick out a tree. They cut, shake, bale, and load your tree for you. They also sell wreaths and swags and tree stands. Tag your tree the Saturday before Thanksgiving, then come after Thanksgiving to pick up your tree.
Tree Varieties: Scotch Pine, White Pine, and Canaan Fir.
Miller Tree Farm
Where: 7404 Vandalia Drive, Runnells, IA 515-266-9881
The precut lot opens November 22
Miller Tree Farms offers cut-your-own and pre-cut trees from their fields. They also offer wreaths, swags, and greens. Kids get candy canes and surprise bags with the purchase of a tree.
Tree Varieties: White Pine, Scotch Pine, Concolor Fir, Fraser Fir, Norway Spruce, and Blue Spruce
Pinkley’s Red Roof Farms Christmas Trees
Where: 7533 NE 102nd Ave, Bondurant 515-988-2121
Get your tree and pet the horses and other farm animals!
Quilted Gardens & Nursery
Where:19635 130 Ave, Indianola
Precut Fraser fir trees up to 10 ft tall, and bundles of fresh cut greens for making porch pots and decorating. Gift shop is open for ornaments and other secret Santa gifts and as always free popcorn and hot cider.
Tree Varieties: White pine, Scotch pine, limited Concolor, and Fraser Fir Pre-Cut Trees: Scotch pine, Fraser Fir, and Concolor Fir.
Rettig Tree Farm
Where: 7602 NE 114th Ave, Bondurant, IA 515-967-4013
Rettig Christmas Tree Farm has been in the Christmas tree-growing business for over 40 years.
Tree Varieties: Scotch pine, White pine, Fraser fir, Balsam fir, Concolor fir, Colorado spruce.
Wilson’s Orchard
Where: 3201 15th Ave., Cumming, IA
Hand-selected fresh cut Christmas trees available mid November through December.
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Strautman Tree Farm
Where: 58976 290th St Cambridge, IA 800-982-9942
Strautman Tree Farm has thousands of trees to choose from, including a wide assortment of pre-cut trees. They shake, net, and secure your tree to your vehicle for a safe trip home. Be sure to stop by their cozy holiday gift shop to warm up. Browse ornaments and enjoy hot cider and cookies.
Tree Varieties: White Pine, Concolor Fir, Black Hills Spruce, Colorado Blue Spruce, and Norway Spruce
The Christmas Tree Farm
Where: 33459 663rd Ave, Maxwell, IA 515-387-8778
When: Tag a tree starting October 1st then pick it up after Thanksgiving.
Find pre-cut and cut-your-own Christmas trees. The Christmas Tree Farm offers visitors a hand-saw and sled to pull their tree back to their shop. They also have wreaths, swags, centerpieces, tree stands, crafts, and other gifts. Enjoy a complimentary hot beverage, lemonade and candy canes, and snacks as well as games and books for the kids.
Tree Varieties: Scotch Pine, White Pine, Fraser Fir, and Concolor Fir.
Walnut Ridge Farm
Where: 1400 E Hillcrest Indianola, IA 515-961-6979
Find cut your own and pre-cut Christmas Trees, wreaths, swag garlands, and other decorative greenery. They also offer horse-drawn wagon rides and miniature train rides on specific weather-permitting dates.
Tree Varieties: Fraser Fir, Canaan Fir, Concolor Fir, Blue Spruce, Scotch Pine, White Pine, and White Spruce.
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Barry Laws
Quilted Gardens Nursery & tree farm