Q: I've never been to a choose-and-cut Christmas tree farm. Can you tell me what to expect?
A: Absolutely. You can expect to have a wonderful time at Days of Creation. Our family is available to guide you as you go.
Our farm is neat and clean and, in the words of many of our guests, "very beautiful. " The trees are planted in rows and the field is fairly flat, so walking is easy.
When you arrive at Days of Creation, you will park near the old tobacco barn. From there, you can take the short walk to the field, or, on Saturdays, you can ride the hayride, if weather permits.
We provide saws and gloves for your use in cutting your tree. Each tree is tagged with its height and price. If you need help, or have questions, we will have workers stationed near the Christmas tree field. More than likely, those workers will be one of our six children.
After you've cut your tree, you can take it to one of the designated pick-up stations and we'll take it to the barn for you. However, you may want to carry it to the barn yourself. Our kids -even when they were very small- always wanted to help carry the tree.
Our motto is "We're in the family business; Come make a memory!" Enjoy your time at Days of Creation.
Here are some suggestions for making your memories:
*Come early. You don't need to be rushed.
*Dress for the conditions. A cold morning does not necessarily mean a cool afternoon. On the other hand, comfortably warm in the car, may not be so comfortable in the open field with the wind blowing. Also, consider that you are walking on a farm, so wear suitable shoes.
*Bring your camera. You will surely want to have pictures of your family with your tree. Plus, you may get to see some wildlife, a fantastic country sky, the farm animals, or some other interesting thing that you'd like to remember.
*Let your family put their hands on the saw underneath the tree. Remember the camera? Our kids -even the teenagers- love to look back at pictures of themselves looking out from underneath the tree with a saw in hand.
*Bring a picnic lunch to the farm. We have picnic tables set up for your use.
*Walk around the farm. Enjoy the farm animals, the Christmas tree field, and the outdoors in general.
*Decorate the tree together as a family. It may take longer, but enjoy it together. We'll give you a custom-made Days of Creation ornament to add to your collection.
Q: What varieties of trees do you have?
A: We grow a total of nine varieties of trees. Five of them are types of Leyland Cypress (Leighton Green, Murray X, Silverdust, Naylor Blue, and Castle Wellan Gold). We also have Red Cedar, Clemson Greenspire, Carolina Sapphire, and Blue Ice. Click here to link to pictures and descriptions of each variety.
Q: Do you have large trees?
A: Yes, many of our Leighton Green and Murray X Leyland Cypress, as well as some red cedars, are above ten feet tall. Our tallest trees are about fourteen feet.
Q: What is the price of your trees?
A: The prices vary, but depend mostly on the size of the tree. A 5' tree will be around $30. An 8' tree will be around $50. A large 12' tree will usually be in the low $70s. Some select trees may be less. We encourage you to come and look. Check our Varieties & Pricing page for specifics.
Q: Do you have Christmas wreaths? If so, how much are they?
A: Yes, we hand-make wreaths from fresh-cut material off of our trees. Prices start at $15 for a 12" undecorated wreath. Larger sizes are also available. Please call 912-256-1167 and ask for Sheryl to get more details. Also, call us to place wreath orders in advance, if you'd like to have them ready when you arrive. Otherwise, you can watch us make your wreath.
Q: Are your trees pre-cut?
A: No. Our trees are standing in the field until you are ready for it. They are fresher that way.
Q: Do you have Frasier firs or any spruce trees?
A: No. Those varieties can't be grown this far south, and we have chosen to offer only fresh-cut trees at this time.
Q: How do I get to your farm?
A: Our farm is easy to find. We are located on US Hwy 84 about 2 miles from the Jesup city limits (2.75 miles from the Burger King). Our address is 3997 Waycross Highway, Jesup, GA. Visit our Directions page on our website at www.daysofcreation.com.
Q: How long will the trees last after being cut?
A: Many factors can affect how long a tree lasts, including the variety of tree and where it's placed. Keeping the tree watered is the most critical factor. See the Selection/Care of Trees link on www.daysofcreation.com for more information.
Q: Do you sell other Christmas items?
A: In addition to Christmas trees, we sell fresh wreaths, Christmas tree stands, watering funnels, and tree disposal bags.
Q: Do you sell food?
A: No, we don't sell food. However, you are welcome to bring your own food and use our picnic tables.
Q: Can I bring my dog?
A: Yes, you may bring your dog, if you keep the dog on a leash and clean up behind it.
