A Family Tradition
Since 1950
Choose and cut your own Christmas tree at our family farm in the heart of central Pennsylvania.
Visit Our Farm
Make choosing your Christmas tree a memorable family outing.
Tait Farm is on US 322, just 3 miles east of historic Boalsburg and 7 miles from State College — the home of Penn State University. We have easy access right off the highway with plenty of mud-free parking.
We have thousands of beautiful fir and spruce trees from 4 to 9 feet tall, available as choose-and-cut or fresh pre-cut from our fields. Our goal is to make getting a fresh tree at our farm a fun and easy process for your family.
The Tree House is our unique Christmas shop featuring ornaments, freshly made wreaths and garland, natural decorations, and Tait Farm Foods gift boxes that can ship anywhere.
We Make It Easy!
Choose Your Tree
Shake Out Dead Needles
We run your tree through our mechanical shaker to remove any loose or dead needles before you take it home.
Drill Hole for Tree Stand
We'll drill a hole in the base of your trunk for easy setup at home. (Optional)
We recommend and sell drill-based stands on site.
Wrap & Bale for Transport
Your tree gets wrapped tightly in netting so it's compact and easy to carry to your car.
Load on Your Car
Our staff is ready to assist getting your tree secured on or inside your vehicle. We'll make sure it's on there safely.
Pricing
U-Cut Prices
**Small trees in the field are our future big trees.
To discourage early cutting, any tree UNDER 4 ft tall is $65.00**
| 4' | 65.00 |
| 4 ½ | 69.00 |
| 5' | 74.00 |
| 5½ | 79.00 |
| 6' | 84.00 |
| 6 ½ | 89.00 |
| 7' | 94.00 |
| 7½ | 99.00 |
| 8' | 105.00 |
| 8½ | 111.00 |
| 9' | 117.00 |
Add $15/foot for trees over 9' tall.
Our tall white pines are not for sale this year.
6% PA SALES TAX WILL BE ADDED AT CHECKOUT.
Do not cut trees tagged with family names.
PRE-CUT TREES are tagged with
height, variety, and price.
Tree Tagging
Our tree tagging station opens October 1. Instructions are in the Tree House porch. Tree tagging is self-serve — no need to find an employee.
The Treehouse
Stop by our little shop for handmade ornaments, fresh wreaths, and beautiful greens for decorating to complete your holiday look.
Ornaments
A curated collection of ornaments to add charm and character to your tree — from classic styles to unique handcrafted finds. All of our ornaments are sourced from Amazon Ecology, supporting sustainable artisan communities.
Wreaths
Fresh handmade wreaths crafted locally. Perfect for your front door or as a gift for someone special.
Greens
Fresh-cut roping to drape over mantels, banisters, and doorways — bringing the scent and beauty of the farm into your home. We offer Blueberry Juniper, Incense Cedar, Winterberry, Boxwood, and Southwest White Pine cuttings. Available in 25' and 75' rolls.
Tait Farm Foods Harvest Shop
While you're here, visit the Tait Farm Foods Harvest Shop — also on site — featuring local gifts, gourmet foods, and artisan goods for everyone on your list.
Types of Trees
We grow several beautiful varieties — each with its own character.
Canaan Fir
A balsam-type fir. Soft, dark green needles with silvery undersides. Excellent needle retention with a classic Christmas tree fragrance.
Concolor Fir
Also known as White Fir, native to the western US. Small, narrow needles (1–1½") in neat rows. Good foliage color, great needle retention, and a lovely orange citrus aroma.
Blue Spruce
Heavy, stiff branches that hold even the heaviest ornaments. Its prickly 1" needles keep adventurous toddlers safely on the floor. A bold, classic choice.
Tree Care Guide
How to get to January and still have a beautiful tree.
Start With a Fresh Cut
Make sure your tree was freshly cut — either by you or by your grower. If the cut is more than a day old, take at least ¼ inch off the bottom before placing it in water.
Get It in Water Right Away
Take your tree home and put it in water that day, even if you aren't going to finish setting up. Use very warm water for the first fill — it softens the sap and helps the tree start drinking.
Keep the Water Level Up
Never let the water drop below the trunk's base. Check twice a day for the first five days (trees drink a lot at first), then once daily. A stand that holds plenty of water helps.
Avoid Heat Sources
Don't place your tree next to forced-air vents, stoves, or other heat sources. These will dry out one side of the tree much faster.
Skip the Additives
Research shows that water additives like sugar and aspirin do nothing helpful and can even grow mold. Plain water is all your tree needs.
Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you.
Phone
Address
121 Tait Road
Centre Hall, PA 16828
Hours
Nov 15 – Dec 24
9am – 6pm Daily
Closed Thanksgiving • 4pm close Dec 24
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Directions
Located amongst the picturesque valleys of central Pennsylvania.
Tait Farm Christmas Trees
121 Tait Road
Centre Hall, PA 16828
We're on US 322 between Boalsburg and Potters Mills — about 3 miles east of historic Boalsburg and 7 miles from State College, home of Penn State University.
Look for the big red and white TAIT FARM sign right off the highway. We have plenty of mud-free parking.
About Us
Tait Farm Christmas Trees is a family operation rooted in over 70 years of working this land. What started in 1950 has grown into a tradition that spans generations — from the grandparents who first raised sheep on the land with day jobs as Agricultural and Home Economic agents for the state, to their son John who planted trees on these hills and his kids who grew up running through the fields.
Today, John still runs the farm with the help of Emily Zink. If you have been a customer for many years you probably also remember the era of Christmas trees & Basset Hounds — the Tait family raised and sold them as loving pets alongside Christmas trees for decades.
Every season, our dedicated crew works hard to make sure your family's visit is easy, fun, and memorable. We're grateful for the community that comes back year after year — and we can't wait to welcome you.
Wildlife Conservancy
Our farm is more than Christmas trees — it's a living habitat we're proud to protect.
Our 130+ acres sit at the gateway to Rothrock State Forest, adjacent to two Pennsylvania Important Bird Areas — Greater Tussey Mountain and Rothrock/Stone Mountain — recognized for spring raptor migration and intact forest habitat. Just four miles south, Bear Meadows Natural Area is a National Natural Landmark and part of the Old-Growth Forest Network. Our farm serves as a critical buffer and transition zone connecting these protected landscapes.
From over 40 bird species to bears, deer fawns born in our fields each spring, and the frogs and butterflies that thrive along our ponds, the land we steward is home to far more than trees. We maintain natural corridors, wetlands, and meadow edges that support a rich ecosystem.
Every tree we grow removes carbon from the atmosphere, and when you cut your tree, a new seedling takes its place — keeping the cycle going for generations to come. We're proud to be part of the broader conservation effort in central Pennsylvania, working alongside organizations like ClearWater Conservancy to connect vital landscapes and protect the groundwater and habitats that make this region so special.
Birds
Over 40 species nest on our farm, which sits within an Audubon Designated Important Bird Area.
Pond Life
Frogs, fish, and other aquatic life thrive in our ponds and wetlands year-round.
Animals
Deer, skunks, and countless creatures call our 130+ acres home.
Pollinators
Native wildflower meadows provide critical habitat for butterflies and bees.