Bethlehem · New Hampshire
South Farm Christmas Trees
A small Bethlehem fir farm with hand-tended trees, limited handmade wreaths and a growing story rooted in the former Rocks estate.
At a glance
Your tree visit.
- Tree choices
- Cut your own
- Visit times
Friday–Sunday 10am–4pm; weekdays by appointment. Conflicting undated opening dates need confirmation.
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Find your tree
Choose your Christmas tree.
South Farm grows and trials several firs rather than offering one uniform crop. Fraser is described for blue coloring and firm branches; Canaan for a full shape and a familiar balsam-like scent. Korean fir has silver-backed needles, and the Korean–balsam cross is described for fullness, a citrus note and a white flash from the needle undersides. Fralsam and balsam are also part of the growing story.
Some species descriptions attach availability to earlier plantings or limited harvests. Ask which varieties and heights are ready now rather than treating every named species as a current cutting choice. The farm has not posted a useful tree-price grid in the reviewed information, so discuss the actual selection and price with Nigel before cutting.
Colored field tags identify the farm’s species and quality grades. They are inventory marks, not a published customer advance-reservation system.
Published varieties
- Fraser fir
- Canaan fir
- Korean fir
- Korean–balsam fir
- Fralsam fir
- Balsam fir
Which variety suits your decorations?
General tree guidance; the farm’s selection, sizes and services are described above.
- Fraser fir
- Upward branches and good needle retention; firmer branches can suit heavier ornaments.
- Balsam fir
- A notably fragrant choice with soft needles.
- Canaan fir
- Dark green needles with white undersides and firmer branches for decorations.
Learn more: University of Wisconsin Extension ↗ · National Christmas Tree Association ↗
Handmade wreaths for the door
The farm describes a limited supply of front-door wreaths around 24–26 inches. Larger and specialty wreaths are made by advance order, so enquire early about the size and decoration you want rather than expecting every custom option on the sales days.
Email Nigel at manley1515@gmail.com for a special wreath or a weekday appointment. The tree-growing association also lists stands, watering funnels and farm clothing; ask about the actual seasonal shop selection when arranging your visit.
How this small fir crop is grown
Friends and family plant roughly 850 transplants each spring. Fertilizing, weed control and species-specific hand shearing follow through the growing season, with each saleable tree checked for color, density and height before harvest.
The farm experiments with cardboard and two to four inches of woodchips as mulch, comparing that approach with chips alone. The aim is to hold moisture and reduce weeds and mowing; the experiment is a growing approach, rather than a claim of proven results or certified-organic production.
A mix of tree species, together with other crops such as garlic, is part of the farm’s effort to remain resilient. Those other crops explain the working landscape, rather than promising a December picking activity.
Other programs by separate arrangement
Nigel also offers customized spirit-tasting programs at bars, restaurants and private homes. Scotch, Irish whiskey, bourbon, tequila, gin or rum can be the focus, with history and pairing elements tailored to the host. Enquire directly about the place, format and charge.
These are separately arranged programs, rather than an included tree-farm tasting room or part of a Christmas-tree purchase. The tree visit, custom wreath order and off-site program each need their own arrangement.
A closer look.
Pick your day
Dates & hours.
Tree season: Homepage lists November 21–22 opening; season year is not specified
The tree subpage still lists November 22–23, while the homepage lists November 21–22. Confirm the actual opening date rather than treating either undated line as a confirmed new-season calendar.
| Posted tree-visit pattern | Hours |
|---|---|
| Homepage opening notice | November 21–22; no season year given, and tree subpage differs |
| Friday–Sunday | 10am–4pm |
| Monday–Thursday | By appointment |
Use the tree-specific weekly pattern rather than generic contact-page hours. Bring cash: the homepage also lists checks, but the tree subpage still says cash only, so confirm check acceptance if needed.
Before you go.
575 Profile Road, Bethlehem, NH 03574
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