Recycle Your Christmas Tree!
Not sure what to do with your tree now that the holidays are over? The best way to ensure it doesn’t end up in a dumpster somewhere is to recycle it! Most Connecticut towns have guidelines and dates for collecting Christmas trees (usually the first week or two in January) to be chipped into mulch.
Prep your Tree before Drop off
- Be careful to remove all ornaments, tinsel, and lights
- NO burlap, plastic bags, or tree stands
- If pick up is available, place your tree with the bottom end facing toward the curb
Check your town’s guidelines
Every town is different; some offer curbside pick-up service, while others have drop-offs where you can bring your tree. Scout troops sometimes offer fundraising pick-ups with a suggested donation (you typically would need to sign up for these). Sometimes the mulch resulting from the trees is available for town residents to pick up and use! Pay attention to scheduled collection dates and guidelines for what is accepted (for example, not all towns accept flocked trees).
