Mulch from chipped Christmas trees is free.
Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Mulch
FreeCompost
Not listedWood chips
Not listedLeaf compost
Not listedLocation
Wichita tree drop-off sites (Boston Park, Buffalo Park, Edgemoor Park, Osage Park, Great Plains Nature Center and others)
Hours & season
Each December and January the county runs over 20 tree-recycling sites; the 2025-26 run was December 22, 2025 to January 23, 2026 and has closed. This year's dates are not posted yet.
Quick answers
Is mulch free in Wichita?
Free: Mulch. Mulch from chipped Christmas trees is free.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Wichita?
The county page invites residents to take free mulch home.
When can I pick up mulch in Wichita?
Each December and January the county runs over 20 tree-recycling sites; the 2025-26 run was December 22, 2025 to January 23, 2026 and has closed. This year's dates are not posted yet.
Where do I get mulch in Wichita?
Wichita tree drop-off sites (Boston Park, Buffalo Park, Edgemoor Park, Osage Park, Great Plains Nature Center and others)
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Christmas Trees - Sedgwick County, Kansas ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026