We started planting Christmas trees when we moved to our Rockwood farm in the Spring of 1997. Every year since then we have planted hundreds of new trees… spruce, fir and pine.. In 2004 our first trees were ready to sell and we put our “Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree” sign out on the road and hoped for the best.
That first Christmas 30 families came to cut trees, and we served hot cider to them in our little rickety lean-to. Many of the 2004 families still come get their trees here as part of their Christmas tradition… and ours!
Today the lean-to has been replaced by a beautiful timber-frame building we call the Shoppe……and many more families come to our farm for their Christmas trees! We provide saws for cutting the Christmas trees flagged in the field and have sleds to make it easier for people to bring their tree back.
For those who prefer pre-cuts, we offer Ontario-grown Fraser and Balsam Fir Christmas trees. We also sell wreaths and sturdy tree stands.
Much remains the same here at Madeira Farms since we sold our first trees in 2004. The farm remains a beautiful place for a winter walk. The quiet cedar bush feels peaceful. We still put out the same “Cut-Your-Own” sign and hope for snow. We still get excited when people come and when a family returns from the fields carrying their perfect tree.
So…. Whether you want to cut your own pine, fir or spruce, or buy a pre-cut tree ….. at Madeira Farms you won’t just be looking for a Christmas tree….you’ll be making a memory! Come for a visit. Take a walk in the snow on our lovely farm. “The perfect” Christmas tree will be waiting for YOU!!
Merry Christmas!!
Karen Madeira and Pete Williams