Miramar Greenery free compost and mulch

Free mulch & compost in San Diego, CA

City of San Diego Environmental Services

What’s free
Mulch, Compost (free)

For a fee: Wood chips.

Compost and 4-inch mulch are free if you self-load. Staff loading costs extra and wood chips are $24 per cubic yard (natural/plain).

Where
Miramar Greenery, 5180 Convoy St., San Diego, CA 92111

Mixed: self-load and other options.

Who
City of San Diego residents with proof of residency. Residents only. Bring ID.
When
Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

For a fee

Leaf compost

Not listed

Location

Miramar Greenery, 5180 Convoy St., San Diego, CA 92111

Hours & season

Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Limits

Self-load up to 2 cubic yards of compost or 4-inch mulch free.

What to bring

A shovel, container and tarp. Get a free receipt at the landfill fee booth first; cover your load. Call to confirm availability.

Fees

ItemPrice
natural wood chips$24 per cubic yard
2-inch mulch$12 per cubic yard

Giveaway events

Occasional weekend Compost Giveaway Events with I Love A Clean San Diego; page lists none upcoming.

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Quick answers

Is mulch free in San Diego?

Free: Mulch, Compost. Compost and 4-inch mulch are free if you self-load. Staff loading costs extra and wood chips are $24 per cubic yard (natural/plain).

Who can get free mulch or compost in San Diego?

City of San Diego residents with proof of residency. Residents only. Bring ID.

When can I pick up mulch in San Diego?

Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where do I get mulch in San Diego?

Miramar Greenery, 5180 Convoy St., San Diego, CA 92111

What should I bring for mulch in San Diego?

A shovel, container and tarp. Get a free receipt at the landfill fee booth first; cover your load. Call to confirm availability.

Are there limits on mulch in San Diego?

Self-load up to 2 cubic yards of compost or 4-inch mulch free.

Sources

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

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