Christmas tree farm
Matthes Evergreen Farm
U-pick Christmas trees in Ida, Michigan
From the farm's website
The farm's own words, quoted as posted on its website, with the page each line comes from and the day we read it. Seasons, hours and prices change: check with the farm before you go.
U-pick
“Matthes Tree Farm is a “choose and cut” farm where you can come and cut down your tree, as well as select one from our pre-cut lot.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com/tree-info, checked October 6, 2026
“Our expert staff will help you pick the perfect tree and even wrap it up for you.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Also, anytime you cut a tree and do not set it up the same day, the tree should be recut”
Source: matthestreefarm.com/tree-info, checked October 6, 2026
Crops and picking times
“Matthes Tree Farm in Southeast Michigan isn’t just for tree shopping – it’s a full-fledged Christmas experience!”
“Matthes Tree Farm is your one-stop shop for all things Christmas!”
“From Thanksgiving until Christmas, here at Matthes Tree Farm, our family, and our dedicated staff are more excited than ever and want to make your Christmas tree selection and other activities an enjoyable experience.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
Prices
“It is $5 for the first picture and $2.50 for each additional photo.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Before you go
“We would prefer you leave your pets at home.”
“Feel free to bring your own hand saw, or just use one of ours.”
“But please, for the safety of others, no chain saws.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com/tree-info, checked October 6, 2026
“We accept both cash and credits cards.”
“You can either put the tree on your car to bring it up and “check out,” or we have workers driving tractors who will be pulling a wagon, and you can set your tree in the wagon.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
“You can bring a saw, but it cannot be a chainsaw (for liability).”
Source: matthestreefarm.com/faq, checked October 6, 2026
Besides picking
“We provide a host of family activities, including pictures with Santa, hayrides, concessions, a petting zoo, and more!”
Source: matthestreefarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
“Take a ride on our hayride through our picturesque farm, or enjoy a warm cup of cocoa while roasting marshmallows over a fire pit.”
Source: matthestreefarm.com, checked October 6, 2026
What you can pick
- Christmas Trees
Crops and months read from the lines quoted above; a crop with no months is one the farm names without a picking window.
| Crop | How | Months | When (farm) | Varieties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Trees | U-pick & pre-picked | Not stated | – |
At a glance
- Picking hours
- Wednesday are open daily from 9am-6pm for people to cut trees.
- Address
- 13416 Lulu Rd, Ida, MI 48140Monroe County
More from the farm’s website
The website gives these picking hours: Wednesday are open daily from 9am-6pm for people to cut trees.
Besides picking
- Café
- Hayrides
- Petting zoo
Matthes Evergreen Farm: questions
Does Matthes Evergreen Farm have U-pick?
Yes. The farm's website says: "As a “cut your own tree” farm, you’ll be happier if you bring your warm coat, boots, hat, and gloves."
What are Matthes Evergreen Farm's picking hours?
Wednesday are open daily from 9am-6pm for people to cut trees. Fields can close early when they are picked out.