How to get your Christmas tree recycled Real Christmas trees can be recycled curbside on collection days or brought to drop-off locations throughout San Diego County. (John Gastaldo) Real Christmas trees can be recycled curbside on collection days or brought to drop off locations throughout San Diego County. Here’s a guide on where to recycle your tree after the holidays. BONSALL Place tree in green waste cart on regular collection days through Jan. 8; must be cut into 4-foot sections. Or recycle trees inside containers at River Village, 5256 S. Mission Road, in the northwest parking lot through Jan. 5. No ornaments, tinsel, nails, tree stands or flocked trees. EDCO will observe Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays and residential collection will be delayed by one day for Friday customers only. Call (760) 727-1600 or visit edcodisposal.com.