3 Easy Ways to Recycle Your Old Christmas Tree Near Rochester, Minnesota

One of the best things in December is the smell of a real Christmas tree!  The aroma fills the entire house and adds that special touch of magic to the holiday season.  Ah, it's heavenly.

But what do you do with a real Christmas tree once the needles start falling off and the holiday is over?  If you are looking for ways to dispose of a real tree this holiday season, I found a few options in the Rochester, Minnesota area that might be beneficial to you.

Three Spots Where You Can Dispose Of Your Real Christmas Tree in the Rochester, Minnesota Area

• Olmsted County Compost Site - Not sure if you've "liked" the Olmsted County Environmental Resources Facebook page yet, give it a follow because they have some helpful information for all of us including how to recycle your Christmas tree.

Christmas trees can be dropped off at the Olmsted County Compost Site, any day of the week during daylight hours (through March).
🌲 There is no disposal fee.
🌲 Remember to remove the stand, ornaments, and lights.
🌲 Wreaths, swags, boughs, and evergreen decorations should be placed in a bag and thrown in your garbage to prevent the spread of an invasive species known as the Elongate Hemlock Scale—a pest that feeds on conifer trees. Do not compost.

•  Front Door to Farm - keep watching their Facebook page for info on how to have your Christmas tree picked up.

• The Green Shack in Byron, Minnesota - if you've got a way to transport your real Christmas tree, you can bring it over to The Green Shack in Byron, Minnesota for the goats to enjoy!  Get the address and learn more at The Green Shack Facebook page here.

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