Turn your yard work waste into compost. If you’re looking for something to do while social distancing, participating in leaf and yard waste collection is a great way to spend time outside, clean your outdoor space, and repurpose your waste.
The Public Works Department has 20 weeks of curbside leaf and yard waste collection. You can also drop off your collection on scheduled days at the American Legion Highway site.
The Public Works Department has 20 weeks of curbside leaf and yard waste collection. You can also drop off your collection on scheduled days at the American Legion Highway site.
VIEW THE SCHEDULE FOR LEAF & YARD WASTE COLLECTION AND DROP-OFF’S HERE.
Here’s what you need to know for curbside collection:
- Place all leaves and yard debris in large paper bags or open barrels labeled YARD WASTE
- Tie branches with string: 3 feet max length and 1 inch max diameter
- Place barrels, bags, and branches curbside by 6:00 AM
- Do not include any plastic bags
- Do not place large branches in barrels.
We are working towards a Zero Waste Boston. Composted yard waste helps conserve and rebuild a scarce resource — soil. Finished compost makes its way back into the community when it’s donated to Boston’s 100+ community gardens. If you want to make yourown compost, you can purchase a compost bin for $25 here.
By participating in leaf and yard waste curbside pick-up, you can make composting a regular part of your routine. We can work together to move towards a more sustainable, zero-waste Boston.
