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GROWING, GATHERING, AND GIVING
THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT
By Elizabeth Shane
PHOTOS PROVIDED BY HOLCOMB FARM
It’s the most wonderful time of the year as the popular Christmas song duly notes. With the holiday season approaching, there is a cherished tradition that marks this time of year and stands out for its timeless appeal cutting your own Christmas tree. In an age where convenience often reigns supreme, choosing to venture out in the rolling hills of Middle Tennessee to select and cut down your own Christmas tree carries with it a unique charm that will create wonderful holiday memories.
Walking through rows and rows of trees smelling the fresh pine is an experience as you embark on a journey to find that perfect tree, whether it’s the largest tree you can find or the one perfect Charlie Brown tree. Either way, the adventure is incredible so make a day of it and take time to enjoy a family outing or spend time with friends while perusing the trees this holiday season.
With deep roots in Columbia, Tennessee, spanning an impressive five generations, Holcomb Farm is Maury County’s only chooseand-cut Christmas tree farm. After nurturing trees for half a decade, the farm is celebrating its grand opening this November. Located 8 miles from downtown Columbia and the heart of Spring Hill, this charming family-run Christmas tree farm has embarked on an ambitious journey of growing 12,000 trees to offer their community.
Holcomb Farm is excited to have this unique experience to offer their neighbors and those from surrounding communities. Their mission is to become a cherished gathering place for families and friends year after year and a place where the holiday season commences with the timeless tradition of selecting the perfect Christmas tree one of the most iconic symbols of Christmas. With a lush landscape, currently dotted with over 10,000 trees of varying ages and stages of growth, Holcomb Farm looks forward to giving back to the community through a variety of events each year and wants to be known as a place for growing, gathering, and giving while it welcomes guests with open arms.
The farm promises a festive experience for visitors, complete with hot chocolate, enchanting hayrides, pictures with Santa, and the beloved tradition of cutting your own Christmas tree. Every tree at Holcomb Farm is a labor of love, meticulously handplanted and nurtured by the family from tiny bareroot seedlings to the moment you arrive to select and cut your ideal Christmas tree. Their dedication knows no bounds, encompassing everything from precise planting and diligent mowing to expert shearing, and meticulous insect and weed control just ask their five industrious kids.
This November the farm will have Virginia pine trees available to choose from and cut. This pine tree is a classic green color with good needle retention and a fabulous pine fragrance. There will also be pre-cut Douglas firs from Oregon available. As one of the most popular Christmas tree choices, the Douglas fir has short soft needles that are dark green with a sweet fragrance. All the pre-cut trees are kept in water and shaded for the duration of their time on the farm to retain freshness. Coming in 2026 to choose and cut are the white pines known for a lighter bluish-green color and pleasant pine fragrance.
In addition to Christmas trees, wreaths will also be available at Holcomb Farm. Most of the wreaths are made on the farm by their skilled team of wreath-makers who possess an eye for beauty and a deep appreciation for all things fresh. The standard wreaths they create incorporate a breathtaking ensemble of fresh, live greens, featuring cedar, pine, and fir, accentuated by berries, and a handcrafted, wire-edged bow if desired. The premium wreaths are elevated with the addition of magnolia, pine cones, dried orange slices, and bundles of cinnamon sticks, all complemented by your choice of a handcrafted, wire-edged bow.
The wreaths not only look captivating but fill the air with a delightful fragrance and to maintain maximum freshness the wreaths are soaked for 24 hours and then sprayed with a pine resin preservative.
For those seeking a custom-sized wreath to grace their porch wall or barn, Holcomb Farm is often able to accommodate special requests. To discuss these details, simply send a private message on Instagram or Facebook BEFORE the week of Thanksgiving.
This holiday season make Christmas unforgettable by visiting Holcomb Farm and becoming part of a journey steeped in love, dedication, and the spirit of the season. Make cutting your own Christmas tree a tradition that connects you with nature, creates lasting memories, and adds a special touch of magic to your holiday celebrations.
Holcomb Farm, located at 2257 Arthur Hutcherson Road in northern Columbia, will be open the last weekend in November and the first weekend in December. For additional information, visit their website holcombchristmastreefarm.com and follow them on social media at @holcomb_farm. May we always remember the reason for celebrating CHRISTmas!
HOURS
November 24 – 25 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
November 26 (1 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
December 1 (2 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
December 2 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
December 3 (1 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
