where does the rockefeller tree come from

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree traditionally comes from Upstate New York, and most years it is a Norway spruce that is donated or selected specifically for the installation at Rockefeller Center in Manhattan. The tree is usually cut in early November and transported to New York City, where it becomes the centerpiece of the annual lighting ceremony and holiday season. The origin stories vary by year, but common threads include local donors or families, often with a long-standing connection to the region around Albany, Schenectady, or nearby towns, whose trees are selected for their size, shape, and character.