Branches can also be tied in bundles with string, rope, twine or tape. Please do not use wire. Make sure your bundles are manageable since they will be collected manually. They should be no larger than 2 feet in diameter and confined to one row that is less than 15 feet long and 4 feet high. The cut ends should be stacked towards the street.
Thorny branches are difficult to handle.
Leave the clippings on the lawn. Your lawn recycles the clippings, returning natural moisture and nutrients to the soil. Backyard composting is another practical way to recycle yard trimmings into a good soil nutrient. For more information, check out our web page on composting or call our Customer Information Line at 494-9400. Solid Waste Services Home Page Send us e-mail.