Christmas Tree Recycling in Houston, TX
9 drop-off sites last season.
Drop-off Sites
1 of 9 have no street address to show on the map.
| Site | Address | Hours | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Neighborhood Depository Hours are listed for all Neighborhood Depositories together. | 2240 Central St. | Wed.-Sun. 10am - 7pm (New Hours starting January 5, Tue.-Sat 9am - 6pm) | Directions |
| Ellington Airport Recycling Drop-off No street number given; hours not stated for this site. | Hwy 3 @ Brantley Rd | Not listed | Directions |
| Kingwood Recycling Center | 3210 W. Lake Houston Pkwy | Open Saturday and Sundays 8am - 6pm | Directions |
| Kirkpatrick Neighborhood Depository Hours are listed for all Neighborhood Depositories together. | 5565 Kirkpatrick | Wed.-Sun. 10am - 7pm (New Hours starting January 5, Tue.-Sat 9am - 6pm) | Directions |
| N. Main Neighborhood Depository Hours are listed for all Neighborhood Depositories together. | 9003 N. Main | Wed.-Sun. 10am - 7pm (New Hours starting January 5, Tue.-Sat 9am - 6pm) | Directions |
| Sommermeyer Neighborhood Depository Hours are listed for all Neighborhood Depositories together. | 14400 Sommermeyer | Wed.-Sun. 10am - 7pm (New Hours starting January 5, Tue.-Sat 9am - 6pm) | Directions |
| Southwest Neighborhood Depository Hours are listed for all Neighborhood Depositories together. | 10785 SW Frwy | Wed.-Sun. 10am - 7pm (New Hours starting January 5, Tue.-Sat 9am - 6pm) | Directions |
| Sunbeam Neighborhood Depository Hours are listed for all Neighborhood Depositories together. | 5100 Sunbeam | Wed.-Sun. 10am - 7pm (New Hours starting January 5, Tue.-Sat 9am - 6pm) | Directions |
| Westpark Consumer Recycling Center | 5900 Westpark | Open Tuesday - Saturday 8am - 5pm | Directions |
Curbside Pickup
The city's page does not list curbside tree pickup for Houston.
Nearby Cities With Drop-off Sites
| Pearland, TX | 16 mi | 1 drop-off site |
Houston's Christmas tree recycling this season lets residents drop off a used tree at city sites. Only residents may use these drop-off sites. For the dates and any charge, check with the city before you go.
How Christmas Tree Pickup Works in Houston
Trees are collected through drop-off at the city's sites rather than from the curb. Use is limited to Houston residents, so this option is for households in the city. For any other pickup options or fees, check with the city directly.
Drop-off Sites in Houston
9 drop-off sites accept trees this season. Check with the city for the dates each site takes trees.
- Central Neighborhood Depository
- Kirkpatrick Neighborhood Depository
- Sommermeyer Neighborhood Depository
- N. Main Neighborhood Depository
- Southwest Neighborhood Depository
- Sunbeam Neighborhood Depository
- Ellington Airport Recycling Drop-off
- Westpark Consumer Recycling Center
- Kingwood Recycling Center
How to Get Your Tree Ready
- Remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, wire, nails, and stands.
- Tree must not be flocked, painted, or artificial, as these cannot be recycled.
- Tree stumps or limbs larger than 9 inches in diameter will not be accepted.
- Tree waste accepted; leaves must be in compostable bags.
- Ensure the tree is not flocked, painted, or artificial, as these cannot be recycled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Remove Decorations and the Stand?
Yes. Remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, wire, nails, and stands before you drop off your tree.
Do I Need to Live in Houston to Drop Off a Tree?
Yes. Drop-off is open to Houston residents only.
Sources
- houstontx.gov · Retrieved Oct 20, 2026
- houstontx.gov · Retrieved Oct 19, 2026
- houstontx.gov · Retrieved Oct 20, 2026