Looking for a way to recycle your Christmas tree that can also assist in restoring our Louisiana coast? Several metro New Orleans cities and Parishes will be collecting the trees in January and taking them to nearby wetlands.

There are a few rules and regulations that are required to be followed. A few of them are listed below:

1. Only green trees can be recycled
2. Artificial, flocked or painted trees are not eligible for recycling
3. Before putting the trees on the curb, make sure to strip off any lights, tinsel, garland, ornaments, tree stands and plastic bags.

For a list of the pickup dates and additional information for parishes and cities that will be collecting the trees, click here.