Grass, leaves, branches and brush are composted into mulch and soil rather than landfilled. Many cities offer seasonal curbside yard-waste pickup plus drop-off sites that sell finished compost back to residents.

In Connecticut we list 3 yard waste drop-off locations across 3 cities, with the most in Stamford, Wallingford and Windsor. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Connecticut

Windsor/Bloomfield Landfill

📍Windsor · 500 Huckleberry Rd, Windsor, CT 06095
📞+1 860-285-1833
🕐Today: Closed
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Katrina Mygatt Recycling Center

📍Stamford · 130 Magee Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
📞+1 203-977-4117
🕐Today: 7 AM–2 PM
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Wallingford Compost Center

📍Wallingford · 157 John St, Wallingford, CT 06492
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Connecticut: What to Know

🍂 Leaves & grass
Often collected curbside in paper bags or carts during the growing season.
🌳 Branches & brush
Dropped at compost sites; some chip it into mulch you can take home.

How to Prepare Yard Waste

  • Keep yard waste free of plastic bags, rocks and trash — contamination ruins compost.
  • Bundle or cut branches to the length the site specifies.
  • Many sites sell finished compost and mulch back to residents cheaply.

Yard Waste Recycling FAQ — Connecticut

Which Connecticut cities have the most yard waste drop-off locations?

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Stamford (1), Wallingford (1) and Windsor (1). In total we list 3 locations across 3 Connecticut cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Connecticut?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Connecticut directory. City compost sites and transfer stations are the usual options; many also offer seasonal curbside pickup. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off yard waste?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put yard waste in my curbside bin?

Usually no — yard waste typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all yard waste & compost locations by city, the full Connecticut recycling directory, or yard waste recycling in New Jersey, North Carolina, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina.