Compost and mulch · California
City of San Diego Miramar Greenery Free Mulch
Run by City of San Diego Environmental Services (Miramar Greenery)
- What you get
- Up to 2 cubic yards of mulch free per the City rebates page; wood chips and compost are sold for a fee
- Who qualifies
- San Diego residents with proof of residency
- Where
- City of San Diego residents with proof of residency.
- Status
- Open. Per the City water conservation rebates page (checked 2026-10-17); the Greenery pages do not repeat the free mulch offer or give loading rules.
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Pick up free mulch from the City's Miramar Greenery with proof of residency.
Requirements
- Proof of City of San Diego residency
- Up to 2 cubic yards of mulch free; wood chips and compost are sold for a fee
- Self-serve tractor loading by City staff is a fee service per the Greenery page, so confirm free loading by phone
How to apply
- 1Bring proof of City of San Diego residency to the Miramar Greenery, 5180 Convoy St., San Diego 92111
- 2Greenery hours listed as Monday to Saturday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- 3Call 858-694-7000 (Monday to Friday, business hours) to confirm current mulch availability and loading
Timing and deadlines
Immediate pickup
Sources
- https://www.sandiego.gov/public-utilities/sustainability/water-conservation/rebates (official page)
- https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/miramar/greenery
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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