Free pruning waste collection by HVC this spring: book your spot now
HVC is offering free pruning waste collection on four Thursdays this spring. Residents can book one of fifty available slots per date to have their garden waste picked up, making garden maintenance easier and more convenient.
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Collection Dates | April 9, April 30, May 21, June 18 (2026) |
| Booking Method | HVC app or HVC website |
| Slots Available per Date | 50 |
| Pruning Waste Requirements | Bundled, max 1.5m length, max 25kg, no tree stumps or thick trunks |
| Alternative Disposal | Free year-round at waste collection points |
HVC is a waste management organization responsible for collecting and processing waste in various municipalities across the Netherlands. This initiative aims to support residents in maintaining their gardens while promoting sustainable waste disposal practices.
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HVC collects free pruning waste
HVC will again collect your pruning waste for free this spring. To do so, make an appointment.
When will HVC come by?
The pruning waste will be collected on Thursdays:
- April 9, 2026;
- April 30, 2026;
- May 21, 2026;
- June 18, 2026.
Make an appointment
You can schedule an appointment via the HVC app (‘I want to have bulky waste collected’) or the HVC website. Fifty spots are available per date. On the agreed day, place the pruning waste at the location where the waste bins are normally placed on collection day.
Conditions for offering pruning waste
- Pruning waste must be bundled.
- The pruning waste may be no longer than 1.5 meters.
- The pruning waste must be liftable by one person (maximum 25 kilograms).
- Tree stumps and thick tree trunks will not be collected.
Disposing of pruning waste yourself
You can dispose of (bulky) garden waste for free year-round at the waste collection point.