Boost your garden for free: municipal compost giveaway on March 28
Get your garden ready for spring with free compost from your local municipal yard. On March 28, residents can scoop up nutrient-rich compost between 08:00 and 12:00, while supplies last. Bring your own bags or use the provided tools to take home this eco-friendly soil enhancer.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, March 28, 2026 |
| Time | 08:00 - 12:00 |
| Location | Municipal yard, Ambachtweg 25 |
| Cost | Free (while supplies last) |
| What to bring | Reusable bags or trailer |
| Compost source | Organic waste and food scraps |
| Yield per bin | Over 20 kg of compost per 140-liter bin |
Local municipalities often organize initiatives to promote sustainability and reduce waste. By offering free compost derived from organic waste, they encourage residents to adopt eco-friendly gardening practices while closing the loop on waste management.
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Free compost scooping on Saturday, March 28
Spring is just around the corner. For many, this is the perfect time to get started in the garden. Treat your garden to an extra boost by enriching the soil with compost. On Saturday, March 28, you can come and scoop up compost for free at the municipal yard on Ambachtweg 25. You are welcome between 08:00 and 12:00. Please note: while supplies last!
If you have reusable bags to carry the compost in, feel free to bring them along. Bags and shovels will also be available at the municipal yard. If you arrive with a trailer, we will assist you with a shovel to load it up. Be sure to cover the compost with a tarp or net before driving home.
Compost from your organic waste
HVC produces compost from your delivered organic waste and food scraps. Food scraps, potato peels, and even peanut shells form the basis for compost. Each full 140-liter organic waste bin yields over 20 kilograms of compost. By mixing compost with garden soil, you improve the soil structure and ensure it can absorb rainwater effectively. Additionally, compost activates life in the soil, stores nutrients for plants, and helps prevent soil diseases.