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 Hawaii we list 5 yard waste drop-off locations across 4 cities, with the most in Honolulu, Aiea, Kailua Kona and Wailuku. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Hawaii

Hawaii Organics Compost Llc.

📍Wailuku · Hawaii Organics Compost Llc., Kuihelani Hwy, Wailuku, HI 96793
📞+1 808-269-8064
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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1-800-Got-Junk? Honolulu

📍Honolulu · 821B Cedar St, Honolulu, HI 96814
📞+1 808-204-1456
🕐Today: Open 24 hours
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Reynolds Recycling New Waiakamilo Redemption Center And Scrap Yard

📍Honolulu · 1385 Colburn St, Honolulu, HI 96817
📞+1 808-487-2802
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Reynolds Recycling Halawa Redemption Center And Scrap Yard

📍Aiea · 99-1160 Iwaena St, Aiea, HI 96701
📞+1 808-487-2802
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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West Hawaii Organics Facility

📍Kailua Kona · 71-1111 Queen Ka'ahumanu Hwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
📞+1 808-935-2277
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Hawaii: 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 — Hawaii

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

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Honolulu (2), Aiea (1), Kailua Kona (1) and Wailuku (1). In total we list 5 locations across 4 Hawaii cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Hawaii?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Hawaii 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 Hawaii recycling directory, or yard waste recycling in New Jersey, North Carolina, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina.