Free compost giveaway for residents May 2

In celebration of Earth Day, the City's trash hauler - Waste Management - and green waste processor - Tierra Verde Industries - will offer free compost for Mission Viejo residents at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center on Saturday, May 2 at 9 am.

Proof of Mission Viejo residency is required. Quantities are limited. Each resident will be allotted up to 36 gallons while supplies last. Residents should bring a shovel and bag (or container) to fill.

Composting is the recycling of organic materials back into a useful soil product that can be used in gardens or on potted plants. It can save you money and time and can reduce your garden's watering and weeding needs. It also benefits the environment by recycling valuable organic resources and extending the life of our landfills. This compost is a rich, organic soil amendment that consists of composted, recycled green waste collected as part of the City's residential organics recycling program.

For more information, contact [email protected]. Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is located at 28095 Hillcrest.