Once the decorations are packed away, your tree can still bring value to your garden and community. Here are five easy options that keep waste to a minimum.
1. Return to the farm
We chip and compost returned trees for use on the fields. Please contact us before travelling to confirm return dates for the current season.
2. Council collection schemes
Check South Oxfordshire District Council’s current Christmas tree collection arrangements before putting your tree out. Remove all decorations and follow the collection instructions for your address.
3. Garden mulch
Strip branches and lay them around flower beds to protect soil. The trunk can be cut into sections for wildlife habitats or borders.
4. Bird shelters
Secure the tree in your garden to provide shelter for birds during cold snaps. Add fat balls to encourage visits.
5. Creative crafts
Slice the trunk into discs for coasters or ornaments, or use smaller branches for fire starters once fully dried.
