Single-Family Homes
Holiday trees can be recycled as yard debris at single-family homes.
- Place greenery and trees into your cart if it will fit (either whole or cut up).
- Whole trees can be placed on the curb as an additional yard debris set-out, for a charge.
- If shorter than six feet, your tree can be set out whole.
- If taller than six feet, it should be cut into pieces less than six feet long.
- No matter the length, the tree should be set-out with your yard debris cart, so your hauler can lift it into the truck.
- In the case of inclement weather, your tree pick-up will count as one yard debris set-out and will be picked-up either the next day or the next scheduled service day.
Multi-Family Communities
In multi-family communities, such as apartments or condominiums with centralized hauling services, residents should first contact their property manager or board of directors to determine if a holiday tree pick-up service or event has been arranged.
Otherwise, visit Metro’s Find-A-Recycler website to determine the closest yard debris recycling facility or seasonal tree recycling event.
General Requirements
- Your tree should not include:
- Tinsel
- Ornaments
- Tree stands
- Nails or spikes
- Flocking
- Wreaths and swags can also be placed in your yard debris cart (metal wire and non-plant products removed).
- Flocked (artificial snow treatment) trees are not accepted.
If you have any questions, call your garbage and recycling hauler.