Compost and mulch · California

OC Waste & Recycling Free Compost and Mulch

Run by OC Waste & Recycling (County of Orange) with Agromin

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Free compost and mulch; no stated limit on self-pickup orders; delivery over 5 cubic yards of compost or 15 of mulch is paid to Agromin
Who qualifies
Orange County residents (also businesses, cities, agencies). Not for resale.
Where
Orange County residents, with a coupon code listed by city.
Status
Open. Page (2026-10-17) notes Prima Deshecha Landfill is closed until further notice due to the Norte Fire; check updates.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Request a coupon code online, then pick up free compost and mulch made from curbside green waste (self-serve for small amounts).

Requirements

  • Get a coupon code through the Compost & Mulch Request page
  • Bring your own containers or vehicle for small self-serve loads; bulk loads need commercial trucks
  • Bulk delivery over 5 cu yd compost / 15 cu yd mulch must be arranged and paid through Agromin

How to apply

  1. 1Go to OClandfills.com/Green2U and submit a Compost & Mulch Request (or use the self-serve option for small quantities)
  2. 2Receive a coupon code, listed by city
  3. 3Follow the pickup or delivery instructions; check OClandfills.com/updates before driving to a site

Timing and deadlines

not published

No start or end date published

Combining it with other programs

not published

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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