Do I put my garden waste in sacks or leave it loose in the bin?
Put all garden waste loose in your bin, it is vital the garden waste is kept free of plastic bags to avoid upsetting the composting process.
What is the weight limit allowed in the green garden waste bin?
The bin is only designed for small quantities of garden waste. The bin lid should also be able to shut easily.
Will I have to put the bin out on the collection day?
Yes. You need to put the green wheelie bin at the edge of your property at the nearest point to the pavement. It will be returned to the same position after emptying.
Should I put the ‘green’ garden waste bin out even though there is only a small amount in bin?
Yes. The wagon will empty your green bin every other week.
What if I forget to put my green waste bin out for collection?
If you have forgotten to leave your bin out then it will not be collected until the next collection.
Is everything collected in the garden waste bin recycled?
Yes. It is all taken to an on-farm composting site and recycled into nutrient rich, environmentally friendly compost.
Can I have more than one bin or leave excess garden waste by my bin?
You can have one green bin for your household. If you are creating additional garden waste and cannot fit it into your green wheeled bin, you can buy subsidised compost bins through us. We will not collect any excess garden waste due to health and safety.
Can I put grass cuttings in the ‘green’ garden waste bin that have been treated with weed and feed?
Yes. Because the composting process is able to deal with materials that have received such treatment. However, this does not mean that you can dispose of any unused or part used garden treatment containers or packaging in the green garden waste bin.
Can I put my kitchen waste or food waste in the new green bin?
No. See what can I put in the green garden waste bin. |