How do I dispose of a Christmas tree in Philadelphia?

Philadelphia residents may dispose of their live Christmas trees curbside or recycle them. Trees placed curbside will be taken by the City as trash instead of being composted. If you’d like to recycle your tree, you can: Take it to a City-run drop-off site.

How do I get rid of my Christmas tree?

How to get rid of your Christmas tree in an eco-friendly way

1. Reach out to a local charity to collect it.
2. Take you tree to get recycled.
3. Turn your tree into a wildlife habitat.
4. Replant it.

Can you feed goats Christmas trees?

Goats, Sheep and even the chickens, can help you recycle the Christmas tree and keep it from ending up in the landfill. There are healthy nutrients in the tree and feeding it to your barnyard animals is safe in occasional small doses.

What animals like to eat Christmas trees?

5 Animals That Would Love Your Used Christmas Tree

• Kangaroos. The North Georgia Zoo in Cleveland, Georgia, is accepting donated Christmas trees for the “enrichment” of its kangaroos, porcupines, camels, wolves, and other furry residents.
• Goats.
• Pigs.
• Lions.
• Elephants.

What is poisonous for goats?

There are several plants that can be poisonous to goats. Some examples of poisonous plants include azaleas, China berries, sumac, dog fennel, bracken fern, curly dock, eastern baccharis, honeysuckle, nightshade, pokeweed, red root pigweed, black cherry, Virginia creeper, and crotalaria.

How long will a Christmas tree last after its cut?

A freshly cut Christmas tree lasts up to four weeks on average if you treat it right.

How long can a Christmas tree last with water?

If you’re wondering how to make a Christmas tree last as long as possible, the simple answer is water. Water your tree every day, at least for the first two weeks after being cut.

Where can I recycle a Christmas tree in Philadelphia?

The Department of Streets Christmas Tree Recycling Program takes place for two weeks in January. While the program is running, you may bring your Christmas tree to one of several designated locations or to a sanitation convenience center. Trees must be untied and have no decorations to make it easy to recycle them.

When do they pick up trees for recycling?

For those households that cannot participate in the recycling program, trees placed at the curb will be picked up on regularly scheduled collection day as trash. As always, the program is for citizens who receive City collected trash and recycling services.

Why is it important to recycle in Philadelphia?

From presents to parties, there is a wealth of material to recycle. And by diverting tons and tons of valuable recyclable materials from the landfill, you’re helping the City reach its 90% zero waste and litter-free goal and making Philly more sustainable for all. Please remember that plastic bags are not recyclable curbside.

Where can I take my Christmas tree to be untied?

To find the location nearest to you, CLICK HERE Christmas trees brought to these sites should be free of all decorations and ornaments, and untied. Please remember to remove metal bases, lights and ornaments before dropping off your tree. These types of materials get tangled in the machine and put our reclycing workers in danger.