I ran across Oak Shade Farm at the Bristow Farmers Market, Bristow, VA (at the Montessori School…read moreparking lot) recently. I had a nice talk with the gentleman manning the booth about their operation. Everything is organically/naturally produced: produce (potatoes, lettuce, hot peppers, scallions, Shiitake mushrooms, strawberries, honey, and more). I'm very impressed with these folks philosophically! Can't wait to check out their stuff throughout the year!

This was our first time visiting Oak Shade Tree Farm. I emailed a question, and Caroline quickly…read morereturned an answer prior to our journey out there. Her courtesy was only the first example of the great service we received at this family business. It turned out her dad helped point us in the direction of some beautiful spruce trees and even helped bring it up from the field. Can't wait to go back next year.

We've been coming here for several years now and we always find the perfect Christmas tree. They…read moreshape them beautifully so we don't need to do any fine tuning when we put the tree up. The people are always friendly and helpful and the farm is lovely to wander through when searching for a tree. Their prices are great, too. Can't wait to come back and find this year's tree!

Mountain View Christmas Tree Farm is near Woodstock and you can cut down your own tree. They…read morerestrict the amount of pesticides used which is a big plus when you aren't looking to inhale extra toxins over the holidays! The farm itself is gorgeous and has a good view of the mountains, hence the name. They sell their trees by the type, rather than by the height which is a great idea. They have a wide variety of trees, ranging from scotch pine, douglas fir, blue spruce, and two different types of cypresses (blue ice and shenandoah emerald). Our scotch pine was about 9 feet tall and was only $32. There is a good selection of wreaths (approx. $23-$34) and some handmade ornaments. If you are indecisive like me, leave plenty of time to wander around and pick out the perfect tree. They also shake the tree (takes off the loose needles) and bag it for free.

Bees and Trees is simply wonderful! My partner and I stayed a few nights in The Garden View Suite,…read moreand we're already planning many return visits. The owners, Teresa and Jeff, are so kind and accommodating, and a joy to talk to. The room was blissfully cozy and welcoming, and I wanted to buy everything at the store, it was all so good. (I may have actually gotten close, to be honest, beyond worth it). We loved getting to meet the animals, too! It was an incredible experience, definitely stop by.

For those of you who are looking to find a beautiful tree and cut it down yourself (or have someone…read morecut it for you) for the Holidays- than you should know...we highly recommend the family owned farm: 'Bees & Trees,' in Elkwood. The Gregson family has such a wonderful set up of fields to pick from, pony's and goats for the kids and a country farm store with hot homemade apple cider to sip on. Plus they shake the tree on a machine for you, wrap it up and help you tether it to the car for the ride home. Such a fun time and wonderful memory!!

Can't wait for this Christmas season to start so my family and I can go back to May Tree Farm and…read moreget another tree, we may start early, October

Today, I attended a seed planting workshop along with ~20 others…read more So much excellent information was shared, and we were all given a large planting cell & seeds to take home. This is a wonderful community service. I wish there was funding to bring this into the public schools. I have heard rumors that Fifth Season will have to move to make way for more commercial development. What a shame! Please support this store and the knowledgeable and kind people who work there!

I attended a class on "Indoor Growing." It cost $20 for the materials. The woman who ran the class…read morewas terrific. For those of us novices, she explained the whys and wherefores of starting plants from cuttings as well as how hydroponic gardening was done. It was hands on and it was fun!

The orchard we used to go to closed so we found this substitute. The yellow peaches taste great but…read moreI wish there was more than only one kind available. Also no real market, just a few local products for sale. CASH/CHECK ONLY. Otherwise you'll end up like us--driving for an extra 20min for the closest atm.

We visit Hartland Farm and Orchard every year to purchase peaches and apples. Fruit quality is…read moreamazing! Great Customer service.

Newly opened family owned and operated Christmas tree farm. Staff were friendly, and the hot cocoa…read morestand and mistletoe kissing booth are super cute! Staff have wagons to pull your tree back to the barn if you don't want to carry it Saws provided. Variety of trees to choose from. Precut is available as well. Shop has some tree care basics, handmade wreaths and other handmade trinkets.

Great atmosphere! $115 for any tree, with lots of varieties. Snacks and drinks are cheap. Staff are…read morevery helpful. Great shopping selection