When And How​ To Recycle Christmas Trees In Malibu

MALIBU, CA — Having a live Christmas tree is fun until the season ends, and it becomes time to dispose of the evergreen. Luckily, Universal Waste Systems has made it easy to dispose of old trees this month.

Here's what residents need to do: Simply place a live tree by the curb no later than 6 a.m. on a regular service day. Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half.

The last day to leave a live tree by the curb is Jan. 15.

Residents with questions can contact Universal Waste Systems 1-800-631-7016 or Los Angeles County at 1(888)-CLEAN-LA.

Los Angeles County's public works department also offers guidance for disposing of trees in incorporated cities, unincorporated communities and other unincorporated areas.