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About This Location

Delaware's DNREC operates this free weekend-only yard waste drop-off on Polly Drummond Hill Road, accepting loose brush, branches, leaves, and Christmas trees from Delaware residents — no bags, no dirt.

What this location Accepts

✓ Brush and branches (4-inch diameter or less)
✓ Leaves (loose, no bags)
✓ Christmas trees
✓ Logs and stumps

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What they do not accept

✕ Bagged yard waste (no bags of any kind)
✕ Lumber
✕ Dirt
✕ Rocks
✕ Root balls
✕ Branches over 4 inches in diameter
✕ Commercial landscaping debris (no landscapers or lawn businesses)
✕ Yard waste from non-Delaware residents

Fees

  • Yard waste drop-off — Free for Delaware residents

Programs & events

  • TreeCycle — Annual post-holiday Christmas tree drop-off event (typically early January) accepting trees free of decorations, stands, and bags

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring bagged leaves to the Polly Drummond Hill yard waste site?

No. The DNREC site strictly accepts loose yard waste only. No bags of any kind are allowed — leaves, brush, and branches must be unloaded loose from your vehicle.

Is the Polly Drummond Hill yard waste site open on weekdays?

No. The site is open weekends only — Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM — during its seasonal operating window. It is closed every weekday. Call 302-739-9403 for the current season's start and end dates.

Can commercial landscapers drop off yard waste at Polly Drummond Hill?

No. The site is restricted to Delaware residents only. Commercial landscapers, lawn care businesses, and contractors are prohibited from using this facility. Only residential yard waste from Delaware households is accepted, at no charge.

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Contact & Location

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111 Polly Drummond Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19711
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City / State
Newark, Delaware

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
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