Mulch is free to City of Los Angeles residents. TOPGRO soil amendments are free in limited quantities at select sites.
Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Nine self-serve mulch sites across the city (East LA, Elysian Valley, Griffith Park, Lopez Canyon, Lincoln Heights, North Hollywood, San Pedro, Van Nuys, West LA)
Hours & season
Most sites are open daily 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Griffith Park, Van Nuys and West LA are weekdays only, with closing times between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Each site has its own mulch delivery days.
Limits
Free TOPGRO soil amendments are limited in quantity and offered only at select give-away sites; one pickup truck holds about one cubic yard.
What to bring
Your own shovel and sturdy containers, or a pickup truck. All sites are self-serve.
Giveaway events
Pre-packaged 25-pound bags of TOPGRO soil amendment are also available at Lopez Canyon.
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Quick answers
Is mulch free in Los Angeles?
Free: Mulch, Compost. Mulch is free to City of Los Angeles residents. TOPGRO soil amendments are free in limited quantities at select sites.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Los Angeles?
Free to all City of Los Angeles residents. Residents only.
When can I pick up mulch in Los Angeles?
Most sites are open daily 7 a.m.-5 p.m.; Griffith Park, Van Nuys and West LA are weekdays only, with closing times between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Each site has its own mulch delivery days.
Where do I get mulch in Los Angeles?
Nine self-serve mulch sites across the city (East LA, Elysian Valley, Griffith Park, Lopez Canyon, Lincoln Heights, North Hollywood, San Pedro, Van Nuys, West LA)
What should I bring for mulch in Los Angeles?
Your own shovel and sturdy containers, or a pickup truck. All sites are self-serve.
Are there limits on mulch in Los Angeles?
Free TOPGRO soil amendments are limited in quantity and offered only at select give-away sites; one pickup truck holds about one cubic yard.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Free Mulch and TOPGRO Compost | LA Sanitation & Environment | City of Los Angeles (official page text copied 2026-11-06) ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026