Every year, the City of Pittsburgh recycles used Christmas trees into free, natural, and environmentally friendly pine mulch for all City residents. In the 2022/2023 season, over 1,600 trees were recycled!
Mulch Pick Up Dates and Locations
Free mulch can be picked up from The Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium's Overflow Parking lot at 7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh PA 15206. The givewaway will happen 4 Saturdays or until supplies run out. The mulch will be available from dawn until dusk.
April 22nd
April 29th
May 6th
May 13th
Residents must bring their own buckets, gloves, and shovels!