GROW Center pop-up events

Free mulch & compost in Baltimore, MD

Baltimore City Department of Public Works · Some details are still being checked.

What’s free
Mulch (free)

Free trees, mulch and seeds at pop-ups.

Where
Rotating pop-up sites (Fall 2026: Little Eager Park, Baltimore Community ToolBank)

Self-load: bring your own shovel and containers.

Who
Aimed at Baltimore City residents.
When
Fall 2026 pop-ups: Oct 3 8am-12pm; Oct 10 10am-1pm; Oct 24 9am-12pm. Mostly spring and fall; first come, first served while supplies last.

Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗

What’s offered

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Mulch

Free

Compost

Not listed

Wood chips

Not listed

Leaf compost

Not listed

Location

Rotating pop-up sites (Fall 2026: Little Eager Park, Baltimore Community ToolBank)

Hours & season

Fall 2026 pop-ups: Oct 3 8am-12pm; Oct 10 10am-1pm; Oct 24 9am-12pm. Mostly spring and fall; first come, first served while supplies last.

Giveaway events

Fall 2026 GROW Center: four pop-up events and six workshops; compost workshop attendees receive a free compost bin.

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Quick answers

Is mulch free in Baltimore?

Free: Mulch. Free trees, mulch and seeds at pop-ups.

Who can get free mulch or compost in Baltimore?

Aimed at Baltimore City residents.

When can I pick up mulch in Baltimore?

Fall 2026 pop-ups: Oct 3 8am-12pm; Oct 10 10am-1pm; Oct 24 9am-12pm. Mostly spring and fall; first come, first served while supplies last.

Where do I get mulch in Baltimore?

Rotating pop-up sites (Fall 2026: Little Eager Park, Baltimore Community ToolBank)

Sources

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

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