Christmas Tree Recycling begins December 26

When Christmas is over and it’s time to put away the ornaments, don’t forget to recycle your tree! 

Residential curbside tree collection will take place on your collection day from December 26 through January 16. On your regular collection day, simply place trees sans all the decorations, lights and tree stand at the curb or in your green waste cart. 

Flocked trees will be collected but cannot be recycled. 

You can also drop your tree off at any of these City locations: 

Mission Viejo Animal Service Center 
28095 Hillcrest 

Marty Russo Youth Athletic Park 
22056 Olympiad Road 

Gilleran Park 
24960 Felipe Road 
(bins located in the parking lot)