Normally a Floridiana would be a Christmas Tree either from Publix, Home Depot, Lowes or a random…read morepop-up Christmas tree shop in a town. While in Tennesse I had to visit a Christmas Tree Farm instead... Because local is better of course. Want to buy a pre-cut tree? Alright. Want to buy a tree and cut it down yourself? Even better! Christmas Trees are very reasonably priced. Of course it wouldn't be a Tree Farm without the nicknacks. They sell tree stands, candles and other little items to please your shopping experience. I bought my Tree after Thanksgiving Day and to this day (January 9th), the tree is still with full pines and standing up straight. Not taking this tree down until it comes down by itself. The only issue I did have was with my Chase credit card (Visa), for some reason the 'Square' dongle didn't want to accept it although it accepted a Mastercard.

Just happened upon this place and still has wonderful selection of beautiful trees. I was worried…read morethat trees would be "dry" feeling because of drought in area but these are still great trees. Took off end, pulled thru netting and loaded for me. Really nice and helpful!

During Christmas nothing is more magical than watching your child be captured by the spirit of the…read moreseason. Last year was the first time that our family visited this tree farm. It was in the evening and the sky sparkled with stars matching with the brightness of the lights draped across the tree farm. When you entered the entrance with the sign Merry Christmas above you in deep red letters, anticipation began of memories that were going to be made that night. There was a large copper fire pit with flames leaping around the tree stump stools. There was free hot cocoa with fluffy marshmallows.My grandson is all about the cocoa, which is strange since he doesn't like regular chocolate milk. It was a cool night so the hot cocoa was appreciated. What took it over the edge was the s'more kits that were given at no cost. These are the memories of a 8 year old who fell in love with this tree farm ,that when his stem class offered a special project of making a mini Christmas float, he made it from his experience at Raise the tree. I added the picture of his float in the pictures. This year we have been so busy that the day we decided to go it was pouring down rain. We didn't think it was going to be open, but there was Ian the owner greeting us in the rain ( a sprinkle by now). He seemed so happy to see us. We told him we were thankful he was open. He said he was going to give it a shot to see if anyone would come. We told him how much our Grandson love it last year and showed him the picture of his float. He was so touched that he gave my grandson a free table top tree. My grandson was over joyed! We were also impressed that he gives 10% to www.truepourposeministries.com a faith based long term addiction recovery program for men and women. We were there in the early afternoon and because of the rain there was no fire or hot cocoa, but Ian encouraged us to come by tomorrow at night for the full experience. What took it over the edge was that when they prepped our tree with colorful netting they cut a little of the trunk of the tree for water absorption, they took that little piece of wood and made a personal ornament for the tree. They also have a pumpkin patch that next year we have to visit. Make some great holiday memories and visit Raise the Tree!

I know where I will be getting my Christmas trees from now-on. After visiting the Hicks farm, you…read morewill, too! [NOTE: not closed; may be seasonal; not sure why Yelp states that it's closed. I went there yesterday, 12/12/10.] Bill Hicks and his family own property on a hill by a creek with plenty of Christmas trees of varying sizes and varieties. It's a very pleasant time, walking around, checking out trees and appreciating the ambiance of a cool fall day on a farm. The trees are $25, no matter the size - not a bad deal! Mr. Hicks is a very nice person, allowing us to take an additional small plant home for us to plant ourselves. He has been in the Christmas tree business for some time, but he has a greater passion of promoting agricultural education in the community as well as in schools (he is a high school physical science teacher as well). You can make an appointment to stop-by by appointment: 423-487-2056 or 423-237-3609 or e-mail hicksnur@bellsouth.net.

We have been purchasing Christmas trees here for several years! They have great prices, plants, and…read moreproducts. Whenever we visit, they always have excellent customer service and are personable. During the summer, I purchased about 8-10 plants from them for about $30! Please shop here first instead of the big stores.

The best trees and plants as well as world class customer service. Last year I purchased two…read moreweeping redbud trees for the front of my home and they just never thrived and looked poorly. When I asked if I was doing something wrong, the Kirby's said let's replace them. No questions asked. How many businesses do that kind of customer service anymore. I also picked up two beautiful mum plants and they are not only big and beautiful, they were bigger, better and cheaper than I saw at the big box stores. Kirby plants will have all my future gardening business.

This is our fourth year coming up to Smoky Mountain Christmas Tree Farm, and we just love Robbie…read moreand the farm! The trees are beautiful, well-grown and beautifully shaped, and Robbie is so friendly and sweet. One of our kids is having surgery next week and was worried he wouldn't be able to join in our family tradition of finding the perfect tree. I called and explained the situation, and Robbie very kindly offered to let us visit a little early this year Thank you Robbie!!!

We have been getting trees from here for the past decade. They are high quality and gorgeous. Some…read moreare precut, some you can pick and have it cut down right then and there. The prices are very fair and Mr. H. and co. are always, always friendly. If you go early in the season proper you can get cider and cookies in the red barn at the farm. You can also rent the cabin on the property. You can't miss it. It is rustic and charming. I mean the cabin, but the whole farm has an aura of warmth and secret places among the trees. Make sure you call first, as the trees go fast. The farm is easy to find- the road will curve twice, you go slightly uphill, and bam. You're there, ready to later beg for yet more Target ornaments and to begin a new memory of cheer and goodwill.

Matthew was very helpful in showing us trees that will fit in the space we wanted to plant it…read more Will definitely come back for other plants we need in the future

Great old time Lawn and Garden center . But always grossly overpriced. Sad to see them go, but…read morelongest out of business sale I have EVER seen. Why? Because their out of business prices do not even bring them to the Lowes/Home Depot level . So many people flooded the place hoping to get good deals (because there were never any before), but much to their surprise the sales prices were a massive 15% off (sarcasm). They should have gone out on a good note with some real sales but that did not happen RIP Mayo.

Christmas trees for $10 a foot, better than any box store and fresh! You can cut them yourself but…read moremake sure to bring your muscles. Staff was very nice and helpful. Thanks for the great experience

Beautiful farm, friendly and helpful staff, great quality and price for tree. We got there really…read moreclose to closing but staff was kind enough to let us still cut a tree. Everyone was so friendly and the farm was beautiful. Our 6" tree is gorgeous and $130.

This is our 7th year going to Boyds. I couldn't imagine Christmas without getting our tree from…read moreBoyds. Prices were reasonable, and our tree always lasts till well after December. Go early for the best selection. Everyone is friendly and helpful. I only paid $115 this year and thought it was a bargain.

Almost 140 years ago, a small seed store opened on Wall Avenue in downtown Knoxville. When the…read moreTennessee Valley Authority located their office complex downtown, that first location fell beneath the government dreadnaught. Not to worry, the Mayo family moved their operation to their Bearden location at the 'then' outskirts of town, which had opened a while earlier. Keeping up with the times, Mayo Seeds became Mayo Garden Center, and expanded their product lines to meet the needs and wishes of an expanding clientele as suburbia moved westward and northward into the then rural areas of Knox County, keeping an eye toward quality items and service toward their product lines. Today found me replacing my 10-year old rubbermaid lawn 'furniture' with something considerably more substantial, and considerably safer as well, since my last use resulted in an audible creaks and groans emitting from 'nieth my bottom! I knew Mayo would have a wide selection of style and price ranges, and I wasn't disappointed! The most difficult portion of my visit was deciding exactly 'which' style to purchase, since I knew from previous product purchases that my selection would last for years and years. As usual, their friendly staff helped my selection process by moving the furniture pieces to afford plenty of exam and 'try-out' space. For 6 generations, Mayo has never tried to compete with the box-stores on price, instead choosing to devastate their competitors in the areas of quality and service. Their plants and seasonal flowers are typically several 'notches' above their competitors, offering robust, healthy plants for landscaping your home. Quality mowers, generators, gas & traditional grills are here in abundance, as well. Of course, I received needed and (much) appreciated assistance in loading my purchase into the White Mule for its trip to the NC cabin in a few days. Through the years, I've added Christmas items, a mower, a generator, a weed-trimmer, a snow-thrower, and a fine Weber grill to my home; all quality, and all from Mayo! It's good to know that as wheels, blades, etc needed to be replaced, I can do so with convenient ease. You might have guessed, I'm a FAN!

Have shopped here for several years and have always found the staff to be extremely friendly and…read morehelpful. I have bought 4 sets of patio furniture and some lounge chairs and a large umbrella that are very high quality. I wanted something that would last and a company that would stand behind the warranties and Mayo In Powell did just that. Had an issue with the handle on my umbrella and it was resolved within a few days, enough time for the parts to come in. Highly recommend Mayo for all your outside needs!!