What can I put in my garden waste bin?

• loose grass cuttings
• wood chippings
• hedge trimmings
• small branches (less than 100mm/4inches in diameter)
• cut flowers
• leaves
• plant cuttings
• plants
• weeds.

Remember that these should be placed loose in the bin - please don't bag anything up.

Can I put bagged garden waste into the bin?

No, all garden waste needs to be loose. All materials are shredded and bags would contaminate the compost.

You shouldn't put any of the following items in your Garden Waste bin:

• large branches (more than 100mm/4 inches in diameter)
• soil
• kitchen waste of any sort
• paper
• card
• shredded paper
• animal waste
• clothing
• bagged material
• inorganic material eg plastics.