How to Dispose of a Christmas Tree

The Christmas festivities are filled with gifts, decorations, and delicious foods, among other things that build the Christmas spirit. Unfortunately, after the holidays are over and things get back to normal, most decorations are either packed away or disposed of. This is usually easy when dealing with small things, but what do you do with your Christmas tree? Most people often find themselves clueless on what to do, and that’s where Starr Dumpsters comes in. We are a dumpster company that provides our customers with top-notch disposal services in Washington D.C., avoiding the typical cycle of dumping Christmas trees in the landfill.

After clearing all the Christmas decorations, the final step is finding out the most suitable disposal method. First, however, it is essential to consider whether your Christmas tree is natural or artificial before getting started.

Getting Rid of a Real Christmas Tree

Starr Dumpsters advocates for sustainable tree disposal after the holidays to promote a positive impact on the environment. Since natural Christmas trees are biodegradable, there are several ways you can recycle a natural Christmas tree.

Provide Shelter for Backyard Wildlife

Leaving your Christmas tree out in the yard for the remaining part of winter not only fills empty spots but also provides shelter for birds and other creatures. A natural tree takes about two months before decomposing, giving you ample time to consult us and get professional advice.

Mulching

If you have a garden or other plants on your property, it is advisable to shred it and use the chip or sawdust as mulch. Once the mulch is given time to start decomposing, you can use it around shrubs and other trees. Mulching also plays a vital role in preventing soil compaction and erosion as it boosts vegetation growth.

Start a Compost Pile

The thin branches of the Christmas tree form an excellent base for a compost pile, as they allow air to circulate at the bottom. Once you have trimmed the branches to fit in your bin and stacked them appropriately, you can proceed to add your kitchen waste and other biodegradable material.

Getting Rid of an Artificial Christmas Tree

Artificial Christmas trees cannot compose, which rules out mulching and other disposal methods applicable for biodegradables. Some of the ways to recycle artificial trees include:

Repurpose

You can turn artificial Christmas trees into various holiday decorations such as garlands or wreaths from the branches. Although the holiday season might be over, these decorations keep the holiday spirit in the air as they hang on your door, tabletops, or mantel. All you have to do is tap into your creative side and turn artificial trees into different arrangements.

Send it to a Recycling Center

If repurposing is not something you are good at, there are other effective options for removing artificial Christmas trees. For example, we offer dumpster rental services and curbside pickups for synthetic and natural Christmas trees.

Starr Dumpsters provides you with dumpsters of varying sizes, a skilled clean-up crew, and pickup services. Call us today and request a contractor anywhere in Washington D.C., and one will be sent right over.