The Christmas tree tradition has become a rite of natural expression that remembers the beauty and immensity of the universe according to a Saxon cult. Nowadays, each person gives it a different meaning depending on their beliefs, but the only thing that does not change is that we all want to have a beautiful tree in our home. But do you already know where to buy sustainable Christmas trees?
For more than 50 years in Mexico there have been Christmas plantations, which are certified by CONAFOR. This ensures that there are trees grown under the control of the authorities so that other forests are not affected by Christmas sales.
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Most crops are grown on ranches or greenhouses in CDMX, Guanajuato, Puebla, Veracruz, Jalisco, Tlaxcala and the State of Mexico. Depending on where you are, you can be sure that you will get your tree in a pot or in the best way so as not to harm the environment.
If you still have doubts about where to buy natural Christmas trees and you are in CDMX and its surroundings, use the following guide so you can find the perfect tree and purchase it sustainably.
Where to buy natural and sustainable Christmas trees in Mexico?
El Pinar de la Cima Nursery – Kilometer 43 Mexico-Cuernavaca Federal Highway
Within the conservation land, registered local producers plant Christmas trees to care for the environment. These plantations near the Tlalpan delegation are made on land where there was no forest cover before, plus you can get a tree in a pot.
Christmas Agroforestry – Kilometer 20.5 Carretera Xochimilco Oaxtepec, on Buena Vilta Street, Milpa Alta
Centers certified as Christmas planting sites are under control so as not to damage the ecosystem. The trees that occur in this area are Pinus ayacahuite and Abies divino. If you are near Xochimilco, this is an excellent option to not travel too far and have a tree that is produced by Mexicans.
Amecameca – Cuaxomeca, San Pedro Nexapa, Amecameca Municipality, State of Mexico
Here you can get your ideal tree in a pot, avoid cutting it and return it to the forest after using it. Only Pinus ayacahuite are produced in this area, so if you are walking through the State of Mexico this is the option for you.
Association of Christmas Foresters of the State of Mexico – Christmas Fair, Parque Bicentenario, Metepec
The inhabitants of the municipality of Metepec, State of Mexico, can find a good option at the Metepec Christmas Fair. The foresters display the most beautiful Douglas trees of large size and beautiful color.
The same association also has another point of sale at the address Río Neva #17, Colonia Renacimiento, Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, CP 06500.
Christmas tree market in Puebla – Avenida Las Margaritas S/N between Avenida Nacional and 11 Sur, San José Mayorazgo, CP 72130
If you want a more touristy tour and take advantage of the Christmas sales, Puebla has great options in its Christmas tree market. There is a variety of trees for all those who want to take care of the environment, in addition to the sellers being endorsed by the government of Puebla.
Morelos – Mexico-Cuernavaca Federal Highway kilometer 55, entrance to the swings, Rancho Ayacahuite property
A little closer to Morelos, the independent producers of Rancho Ayacahuite welcome visitors with a variety of beautiful pine trees. Located in the municipality of Huitzilac, these producers are an alternative to support small business owners.
If you are not near any of these options, you can also check the Christmas tree sales points published by the city government. This catalog includes places from independent Mexican producers that we can support.
There is always a way to celebrate special dates without damaging the environment: don’t give up on the idea of buying Christmas trees and better investigate the right places to do so; Support small producers and enjoy the holidays.
You can consult the official catalog here.