Coral Springs residents have multiple options for safely discarding old Christmas trees after the holidays
Coral Springs, Florida – With Christmas just around the corner, many Coral Springs residents are already thinking about what to do with their holiday trees once the celebrations are over. City officials say there are multiple convenient ways for residents to responsibly dispose of their old Christmas trees, ensuring that they don’t end up in landfills.
One of the simplest options is to place trees out for bulk pickup on the resident’s regularly scheduled collection day. The city emphasizes that the trees must be stripped of all decorations, including lights, ornaments, tinsel, and stands. Decorated or artificial trees will not be accepted, officials noted on the city’s website.
For residents who prefer to drop off their trees, the city’s waste transfer station at 12600 Wiles Road is open every Saturday and Sunday for Christmas tree disposal. This option allows residents to take trees directly to the station and avoid waiting for curbside collection, offering flexibility for busy households.
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In addition, Broward County offers a “chip-a-tree” program at Tradewinds Park and Stables, located at 3600 W. Sample Road in nearby Coconut Creek. Residents can bring up to two trees per vehicle for chipping, and the program runs daily from the day after Christmas through Monday, Jan. 19, which is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. “The chipped trees are then spread throughout the county’s park system to be used for landscaping,” county officials said on the park’s website.
Officials emphasized that commercial vehicles and garbage trucks are not allowed at the park, and the program is intended for residents only. As an added incentive, the regular weekend and holiday gate entrance fee will be waived for those participating in the tree recycling program. Over the years, thousands of trees have been repurposed rather than sent to landfills, helping to support greener spaces throughout Broward County.
City and county officials alike remind residents that it is crucial to remove all decorations before disposal. “Whether the trees are destined for the curb, waste transfer station, or the park, all decorations must be removed,” the city website notes. This ensures the recycling process runs smoothly and that chipped trees can be effectively reused for landscaping purposes.
For families looking to make their post-holiday cleanup easier, combining curbside pickup with the county’s chip-a-tree program offers a practical solution. Residents can plan their disposal method according to convenience, size of the tree, and schedule, while contributing to environmental sustainability.
By offering multiple options, Coral Springs and Broward County continue to encourage eco-friendly practices and community participation in tree recycling programs. The initiatives also highlight how holiday traditions can be maintained while minimizing environmental impact, turning festive waste into something beneficial for public spaces and parks.
As the holiday season winds down, residents are urged to plan ahead for tree disposal, take advantage of the county’s chipping programs, and ensure their trees are free of decorations. Through these coordinated efforts, thousands of Christmas trees will have a second life, supporting local parks and helping the community maintain greener, more sustainable spaces throughout the year.
