Dave Hansen, whose family owns Hansen Tree Farm in Ramsey, says tree sales are up 25-30%.

"State parks, pumpkin patches, apple orchards, they've all been busy, so yeah, we were ready for it," he said.

One factor that could be spurring the surge in pine purchases: People are realizing they'll actually be home this year to water and maintain a fresh-cut tree.

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