Free Compost and Mulch

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Need some mulch or wood chips? Come and pick some up.

The following items can be picked up by city residents outside of the gated area of the Drop Off Center when available at no cost. You do not need a permit to collect these items.

  • Composted Leaf Mulch is made from composted fall leaves, and can be used as soil conditioner in gardens or lawns
  • Wood Chips of various sizes are made from city tree pruning and/or removal.

Private Compost Service

The City of Wauwatosa partners with Compost Crusader - a company that offers curbside
compost collection in our area. Go to compostcrusader.com to see if there is availability in your
neighborhood to sign up.

Contact

For more information, please email the Department of Public Works Operations Division or call (414) 471-8422.