Peoria Public Works To Hold Annual Mulch Giveaway This Weekend

Press release from the City of Peoria:

May 28, 2020

The City of Peoria Public Works Department is hosting its annual FREE MULCH GIVEAWAY event Saturday, May 30 from 8 a.m. to noon. City and County residents can head to the Public Works Facility at 3505 North Dries Lane in Peoria and pick up as much mulch as they can carry. Staff will be on hand to help load truck beds/trailers, as needed.

The mulch comes from the City’s own collection of recycled trees and branches. Public Works crews are responsible for clearing away dead trees that are on City property or those that have uprooted during windstorms. etc. The amount of trees collected can yield as much as 60-100 tons of mulch each year.

Why Garden with Mulch?

Mulch is used to retain moisture in the soil, suppress weeds, keep soil cool and make a garden bed look more organized and attractive. Organic mulches also help improve the soil’s fertility, as they decompose.

Note: social distancing measures will be in place and participants should wear a face covering and bring their own gardening tools, supplies and containers.

Questions?
Contact Patti Pitcher, Operations Division, (309) 494-8850.

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