Spurn the burn

Compost it instead

By opting to compost instead of burn yard debris, you can convert dead leaves and grass clippings into healthy food for your landscape, rather than pollution that fouls the air.

Composting is a convenient and affordable way to manage yard waste, creating nutrient-rich mulch that will improve your soil and the health of your plants. A number of local agencies provide great information on what to do, discounts on compost bins, as well as composting classes to help get you started.

Resources

• King County Solid Waste Division

• Kitsap County Public Works

• Pierce County Public Works and Utilities

• Snohomish County Public Works: Solid Waste

• Seattle Tilth

• Seattle Public Utilities

• Northwest Natural Yard Days
  Each spring, local retailers partner with government agencies to offer ‘how to’ information and savings of up to 25 percent on environmentally friendly products for healthy, natural yard care.