In many urban and suburban areas, Christmas trees are collected from curbside during the first 2 weeks in January. Be sure to remove all remove all lights, wire, tinsel, ornaments, nails, stands, other NON-Organic decorative materials and other materials that are not part of the original tree. This includes tree stands also. Flocked trees are usually accepted, but not artificial trees. Large trees (larger than the standard 6 - 7 ft tree) may need to be cut in half to be acceptable by your garbage hauler. But scroll down this page for more specific information and local links.
What happens to the trees? In most cases, the trees are chipped and made into a mulch which is usually made available, free to city or county residents. Important: Never burn your Christmas tree in a fireplace or wood stove. Burning the tree may contribute to creosote buildup and could cause a chimney fire.
Tips: Always follow the links (usually the name of the city or county) below for updated information, as these agencies often wait until the last minute to change dates or update their information (it's government, remember?). If your area is not specifically mentioned below, contact your trash collection agency and inquire!
Charlotte, NC - Beginning January 5, Solid Waste Services will begin collecting natural Christmas trees for Charlotte residents as part of regular yard waste collection. Artificial trees must be scheduled for bulky item collection by calling 311 (704.336.7600) or online .
To ensure your Christmas tree is collected, please remember to:
- Remove all decorations
- Place trees curbside for collection by 6:30 am on your scheduled collection day.
- Schedule bulky waste collection for artificial trees by calling 311 or online.
If you live in a multi-family community (apartment, townhome, condo, etc.) on the City's multi-family contract, please call 311 to schedule collection of your Christmas tree.
For more information on Curb It! collection services, visit their website Christmas tree pickup. Click here for locations, updated information and more details.
Artificial Christmas trees need to be scheduled for bulky waste collection. Call CharMeck 311 or schedule online at curbit.charlottenc.gov.
http://www.pickyourownchristmastree.org/North%20CarolinaTreeRecyclingDisposal.php
