Compost and mulch are free for self pickup.
Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Mulch
FreeCompost
FreeWood chips
Not listedLeaf compost
Not listedLocation
Bee Canyon Greenery at Frank R. Bowerman Landfill (nearest county site; the city has no standing site), 11002 Bee Canyon Access Road, Irvine, CA 92602
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: Valencia Greenery in Brea and Capistrano Greenery in San Juan Capistrano.
Fees
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| bulk delivery via Agromin | fee 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 Santa Ana?
Free: Mulch, Compost. Compost and mulch are free for self pickup.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Santa Ana?
Offered to Orange County residents, businesses, cities and agencies; book an appointment online. Material cannot be resold.
When can I pick up mulch in Santa Ana?
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 Santa Ana?
Bee Canyon Greenery at Frank R. Bowerman Landfill (nearest county site; the city has no standing site), 11002 Bee Canyon Access Road, Irvine, CA 92602
What should I bring for mulch in Santa Ana?
Your own shovels, buckets, bags and containers; the greeneries are self-service. Also open: Valencia Greenery in Brea and Capistrano Greenery in San Juan Capistrano.
Are there limits on mulch in Santa Ana?
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.
- Compost and Mulch Requests - OC Waste & Recycling ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026
- Compost and Mulch Pickup and Delivery - OC Waste & Recycling ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026