Christmas trees expected to be up in price this year

The Real Christmas Tree Board says prices for trees across the country will be up between five and fifteen percent. Tree farmers say the rise in labor costs, gas for shipping and a worker shortage are to blame.

If you’re already looking to get your tree for this year, here’s where to go in the DMV: https://www.fox5dc.com/news/where-to-get-your-christmas-tree-in-the-dmv-amid-supply-shortage

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