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Yard Waste

 

How can yard waste cause problems?
In the autumn, the leaves fall from the trees. In the summer, there are grass clippings from mowing the lawn. In the spring, weeding the garden produces a lot of waste. In the winter, ice storms bring down tree limbs.

Do you know what to do with this yard waste?
There are many ways to dispose of yard waste but dumping it down storm drains or in creeks is never an option.

Yard waste at the curb.
Curbside pickup is a great way to dispose of yard debris. Remember, though, don't
block gutters and storm drains. Storm
water needs a place to drain.

DISPOSAL TIPS

  • Use a compost bin to turn yard waste into a useful gardening product.
  • Take yard waste to the curb for collection.
A drain with leaves.


Visit Mecklenburg County Solid Waste Services' website to learn how to compost leaves and grass clippings by participating in a PLANT class.