LOS ANGELES (CNS) – Christmas is over, and now begins the Christmas tree recycling season.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works advises that in most areas of the county, residents can place natural Christmas trees curbside, next to the recycling and waste containers, on scheduled trash-collection days during the next two or so weeks, depending on location.
Several drop-off sites are also available.
Residents are asked to remove all ornaments, tinsel, lights, nails and plastic containers, as well as plastic or metal tree stands. No trees wrapped in plastic will be accepted, nor will artificial trees.
A complete list of recycling rules, dates and drop-off sites specific to incorporated and unincorporated areas of the county can be found at https://pw.lacounty.gov/epd/xmastrees/.
Additional information on tree recycling, as well as environmental programs serving LA County, is available by calling 1-888-CLEAN LA between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday.