Holly Springs, NC, Dec. 26, 2025 — Residents in Apex, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina have several free, eco-friendly options to dispose of live Christmas trees this season. Whether using curbside pickup or the Wake County “Happy Trails” recycling program, local officials encourage residents to recycle trees into mulch for community park trails.
Preparation Checklist
To ensure your tree qualifies for recycling, please remove all non-organic materials. Recycling centers and curbside crews cannot accept “flocked” (artificial snow) trees:
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Remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and garland.
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Remove tree stands, nails, and metal wire.
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Do not place the tree in a plastic…..