OC Waste & Recycling Free Compost & Mulch (OC Greeneries)

Free mulch & compost in Anaheim, CA

OC Waste & Recycling (County of Orange)

What’s free
Mulch, Compost (free)

Compost and mulch are free for self pickup.

Where
Valencia Greenery at Olinda Alpha Landfill (nearest county site), 1942 N Valencia Ave, Brea, CA 92823

Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.

Who
Offered to Orange County residents, businesses, cities and agencies; book an appointment online. Material cannot be resold.
When
By online appointment; the page does not list set hours. Pickup depends on availability at each landfill site. Year-round; free pricing may be discontinued at any time if a rate structure is adopted.

Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗

What’s offered

“Not listed” means we couldn’t confirm it. Call to check.

Mulch

Free

Compost

Free

Wood chips

Not listed

Leaf compost

Not listed

Location

Valencia Greenery at Olinda Alpha Landfill (nearest county site), 1942 N Valencia Ave, Brea, CA 92823

Hours & season

By online appointment; the page does not list set hours. Pickup depends on availability at each landfill site. Year-round; free pricing may be discontinued at any time if a rate structure is adopted.

Limits

No limit on self-pickup orders. Bulk loading (over 5 cubic yards) is by commercial truck or trailer only.

What to bring

Your own shovels, buckets, bags and containers; the greeneries are self-service. Also open: Bee Canyon Greenery in Irvine.

Fees

ItemPrice
bulk delivery via Agrominfee based on quantity ordered

Delivery

Bulk delivery (over 5 cubic yards) is available for a fee through Agromin, phone 805-485-9200.

Giveaway events

The county has also held occasional free compost giveaway days.

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Quick answers

Is mulch free in Anaheim?

Free: Mulch, Compost. Compost and mulch are free for self pickup.

Who can get free mulch or compost in Anaheim?

Offered to Orange County residents, businesses, cities and agencies; book an appointment online. Material cannot be resold.

When can I pick up mulch in Anaheim?

By online appointment; the page does not list set hours. Pickup depends on availability at each landfill site. Year-round; free pricing may be discontinued at any time if a rate structure is adopted.

Where do I get mulch in Anaheim?

Valencia Greenery at Olinda Alpha Landfill (nearest county site), 1942 N Valencia Ave, Brea, CA 92823

What should I bring for mulch in Anaheim?

Your own shovels, buckets, bags and containers; the greeneries are self-service. Also open: Bee Canyon Greenery in Irvine.

Are there limits on mulch in Anaheim?

No limit on self-pickup orders. Bulk loading (over 5 cubic yards) is by commercial truck or trailer only.

Sources

Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.

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