How to Dispose of Yard Waste in Boston, MA
Boston handles yard waste through seasonal drop-off sites and tools such as the Trash Day app rather than treating it as Freon/CRT special collection. Follow current seasonal schedules and preparation rules on boston.gov / the Trash Day app for leaves, brush, and holiday trees.
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Local specifics
| Curbside pickup | Yes / organics stream |
|---|---|
| Average tipping fee | Seasonal drop-offs / Trash Day app |
| Hazardous rating | Low |
| Nearest facility type | Boston seasonal yard-waste drop-offs |
| Rule source level | city |
| Last verified | 2026-08-10 |
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Christmas trees?
Follow Boston’s seasonal tree guidance via Public Works / Trash Day tools.
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