Free while supplies last.
Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
“Not listed” means we couldn’t confirm it. Call to check.
Mulch
Not listedCompost
FreeWood chips
Not listedLeaf compost
Not listedLocation
Four pickup sites in 2025: Highland Vista Garden, New Spirit Garden, Ward 3 and Ward 6 council offices
Hours & season
2025 giveaway began Tuesday May 6 at 8 a.m. Tied to Compost Awareness Week in May (2025 release); no 2026 dates confirmed.
What to bring
Your own container.
Giveaway events
Free compost pickup during International Compost Awareness Week (May 2025).
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Quick answers
Is mulch free in Tucson?
Free: Compost. Free while supplies last.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Tucson?
Residents. Residents only.
When can I pick up mulch in Tucson?
2025 giveaway began Tuesday May 6 at 8 a.m. Tied to Compost Awareness Week in May (2025 release); no 2026 dates confirmed.
Where do I get mulch in Tucson?
Four pickup sites in 2025: Highland Vista Garden, New Spirit Garden, Ward 3 and Ward 6 council offices
What should I bring for mulch in Tucson?
Your own container.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Celebrate Compost Awareness Week (City of Tucson news release, May 2, 2025) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026