The Elysian Hills Tree Farm is located in the Town of Dummerston, directly north of Brattleboro, in southeastern Vermont. The historic 1791 cape house is surrounded by 138 acres of conserved land, 100 acres of which are managed woodland including maple sugar lots, wildlife habitat, recreational trails, and timber for harvest. In June, 2014, Walker Farm purchased the Elysian Hills Tree Farm from the Vermont Land Trust. Under the guidance of Bill and Mary Lou Schmidt who will continue to live on the farm, the Manix family hope to carry on the tradition of excellence and land stewardship that has made this property one of the most beautiful spots in southern Vermont with spectacular views to the south and west.
In 2017 we became the first Certified Organic Christmas Tree Farm of our size in Vermont. It is important for us to honor the land at our tree farm the same as we take care of our crop land at our main farm. No hebicides, conventional fertilizers or dangerous pesticides are used on our trees! We hope to further diversify the farm which now grows 20 acres of Christmas trees and 1/4 acre of organic rhubarb with the addition of organic fruits and vegetables and a seasonal retail Country Store that will also offer artistic agricultural crafts. Seasonal events are being planned to allow families to enjoy the scenic property and hiking trails. We will also be fixing up the barn so that it will be available for weddings and other special occasions.
Our varieties are:
Balsam Fir and Canaan Fir
Real Vermont Christmas Trees are a recyclable agricultural crop. Approximately 1,500 new trees are planted at our farm each year.
With an Elysian Hills tree, you’ll not only get to enjoy the beauty and freshness of a real Vermont tree, you will be doing something good for the environment and supporting Vermont agriculture.
Elysian Hills was named Vermont’s Outstanding Tree Farm in 1988, and in 1989 the farm received a “Take Pride in America” award in recognition of its stewardship of natural resources. In 2017 Elysian Hills was selected as one of the “Top Ten Christmas Tree Farms” in Vermont! Elysian Hills participates in Vermont’s Forest Stewardship Program. We hope you get a chance to visit us and enjoy the natural beauty of our Vermont farm.
