It's national take down the Christmas tree day and the city of Philadelphia is helping you out, and the enviornment, by giving you the option to recylce your tree!
They have a Christmas tree recycling program that starts today, January 6th, and will run through Saturday, January 18th. Find the Christmas tree drop of stations HERE.
They have seperate Saturday drop off locations that you can find HERE.
Other things that you can do with your tree include:
- Residents may purchase potted trees and plant them after the holidays.
Small pine limbs and needles are good winter mulch material for sensitive plants.
Trees can also become backyard compost.
Trees should not be burned in a fireplace. The sap from the tree creates foul odors and can coat the chimney with creosote which can cause a fire.
Civic associations often offer additional drop-off locations. Check with your local civic association on their Christmas tree recycling programs.
