New Year's Day has come and gone, but some of us still have dried out Christmas trees dropping needles in our living rooms (oops). Yes, but: You can still ditch that decaying tree for free through the middle of this month,

The free tree recycling will be offered at four locations throughout the city. Trees must not have any lights, stands, artificial snow, or other decoration and must be loose and unbagged. Smaller live trees may can also be put in the green organic carts during normal weekly collection.

Residents can drop off their natural Christmas tree at one of four locations as the holiday season wraps up Jan. 4-15.

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There's a sustainable way to get rid of your Christmas tree after the holiday. Why it matters: San Diego's recycling program turns our festive firs into compost, wood chips and mulch products rather than letting them rot in a landfill.

San Antonio's solid waste management department lets you recycle your live Christmas tree into mulch for those who need it. ALSO READ: Wild West of THC: Texas hemp shops can sell weed and 'no one's gonna stop them,' says Sid Miller

The holiday season is over, and it's time to say goodbye to your Christmas tree. But don't just toss it in the trash. There are several ways to recycle your tree responsibly or give it a second life.