Where in Charlotte should you toss out your Christmas tree after the holiday?
The new year is approaching, which means it may be time to start thinking about getting rid of your Christmas tree.
If you’re a City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services customer with a real tree, you can place it along your curb to have it picked up.
But if you’re planning to throw away an artificial tree, you’ll have to schedule an appointment to have it collected.
Here’s how to dispose of your Christmas tree in Charlotte.
How to dispose of your natural Christmas tree
Natural Christmas tree collection will begin on Jan. 1, according to Solid Waste Services.
After removing your tree’s decorations and stand, place it by the curb by 6 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Make sure the tree is at least 6 feet away from the curb, 3 feet away from other collection items or objects, and not blocking the sidewalk.
You can also take your tree to one of Mecklenburg County’s full-service drop-off centers.
How to dispose of your artificial Christmas tree
Artificial trees and all wreaths should be scheduled for bulky item collection, according to Solid Waste Services.
You can schedule bulky items by calling 311 or 704-336-7600, visiting curbit.charlottenc.gov or using the CLT+ app.
Artificial trees must be broken down and prepared in lengths no longer than 4 feet, according to the city.
If you want to receive collection updates via texts, you can text your day of service to 73224. For example, if your collection day is on Wednesday, you can text “Wednesday” to 73224.
