What can go in each container

6. Garden waste bin

What can go in my garden waste bin?

We collect your garden waste every other week if you have subscibed to the service. Download the garden waste service terms and conditions

Find out how to Join the garden waste service.

Yes please - garden waste must be placed loose in this bin

  • Dead plants
  • Grass cuttings
  • Hedge trimmings
  • Plant material and cuttings
  • Prunings
  • Twigs & leaves
  • Small branches (less than
    10cm/4 inches in diameter)
  • Weeds

No Thanks

  • Animal or pet bedding
  • Japanese knotweed, common ragwort or giant hogweed
  • Kitchen and food waste
  • Plastic plant pots, plastic bags, etc
  • Rubble, hardcore or stones
  • Soil