Holiday Guide 2011: Where to Buy a Tree in Farmingdale

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Places to Buy a Christmas Tree

Starkie Bros. Garden Center: 721 Main Street (516) 293-7148

• Types of trees: Fraser Fir and Blossom Fir
• Upkeep tip: "People forget to water their trees which causes sap to build up and then the trees stops drinking. It is important to water your tree well and not miss a day. A fresh cut is important too," owner of Starkie Bros. Mayor George Starkie said.

: 42 Hempstead Turnpike (516) 249-5620

• Types of trees: Fraser Fir
• Upkeep tip: "We recommend liquid Prolong to soak up the water into the tree," Ralph's Nursey and Garden Center owner Ralph Demartino said. Prolong is sold at Ralph's Nursery and Garden Center for $2.99 a bottle.

Home Depot: 202 Airport Plaza Blvd. (631) 753-0814

• Types of trees: Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir and Noble Fir
• Upkeep tip: "Make sure the tree is watered frequently and use the vitamin and mineral supplement that we sell. It feeds the tree and keep the needles plump," Farmingdale Home Depot store manager Frank Carlick said. The vitamin and mineral supplement is sold by the gallon and half gallon at Home Depot in Farmingdale and prices range from $1.97 to $2.97.

Nicolette's Gifts & Garden Shoppe: 1040 N. Broadway N. Massapequa (516) 694-3591

• Nicolette's Gifts & Garden Shoppe is located on N. Broadway between N. Delaware and N. Syracuse streets. The family-owned business is stocked with flowers, plants and trees  from local Long Island growers, along with garden and home decor, seasonal merchandise and gift items.

Want to make a day trip out of Farmingdale to buy a free? Try Mike's Christmas Tree Farm located at 323 Weeks Ave.in Manorville (631) 874-3551

Where do you buy your Christmas tree, real or artificial? Tell us in the comments and remember to enter photos of your decorated house into