Don't Trash the tree!

What can you do with your Christmas tree and Christmas wreaths after the holidays? Just recycle and compost them instead of trashing the planet!  The following pictorial and tips will walk you through it every step of the way.

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Casasugar suggests you can do the following:

• Mulch it! Mulching programs are common in communities. Check with your local department of public works for information on mulching your tree, or see if it can be left with your green bin. (or mulch in your yard)
• Stop erosion. See if your community uses Christmas trees as soil erosion barriers. These barriers are particularly effective along beaches and on river beds.
• It's for the birds! Place the Christmas tree in the garden or backyard and use it as a bird feeder and sanctuary. Make your tree extra-irresistible by placing fresh orange slices or strung popcorn in the branches.
• Garden mulch. Since a Christmas tree is biodegradable, its branches may be removed, chipped, and used as mulch in the garden. 
• Don't burn it in your fireplace! This can contribute to creosote buildup in your chimney, and most Christmas trees will dangerously pop and spark in a fire. 

Also from Casasugar Services that dispose of trees and recycle them:

• Most towns offer curbside tree pickup for a few weeks following Christmas. Call or Google your municipal office for info.
• Many nonprofits, such as the Boy Scouts, offer pickup services for a small donation, approx $5.
• Look for fliers around town for these services or search for them online.
• Or, drive your tree to a dropoff recycling center; most counties have several locations.

Lastly, Consider This!

Next year, think about getting a live, rooted tree, which you can then plant in your yard after Christmas! 

 HAPPY SAFE AND GREEN HOLIDAYS PALS!