Summer is the perfect time to spruce up the garden and tackle a garden clean-up. From pruning overgrown hedges to completing a full landscaping project, keeping on top of all that green waste can feel like a huge job. That’s where green waste skip bins come in. They make cleaning and clearing your garden simple, safe, and efficient, but only if you know what can actually go inside the bin.
Putting the wrong items in a green waste skip bin can lead to extra fees, rejected collections, or even unsafe situations. In this blog, we’ll break down exactly what you can put in our green waste skip bins, what should be left out, and how to get the most out of your skip hire with Monsta Bins. Let’s get started.
Green waste includes all organic material from your garden, lawn, or outdoor spaces that can be composted or mulched rather than sent to a landfill. Keeping your green waste clean and free of contamination not only ensures smooth collection but also supports recycling and environmental initiatives.
Green waste skip bins are perfect for a wide range of organic materials. As a guide, here’s what you can safely toss in:
Routine garden maintenance produces more waste than most people expect. You can place the following in your green waste skip:
These materials are ideal for composting and mulching, giving your green waste a new life rather than sending it to a landfill.
Mowing the lawn or clearing overgrown grass creates plenty of green waste. Accepted items include:
Remember, the grass should be loose, and there’s no need to use plastic bags. This will ensure your green waste is processed correctly.
For larger landscaping projects, tree maintenance can generate significant waste. Skip bins can handle:
Larger branches should be trimmed to fit safely in the bin. This makes loading easier and keeps the collection safe.
Including the wrong items in your green waste bin can cause problems. To make the skip bin collection safe for our drivers and everyone else involved during processing, it’s crucial to avoid these common mistakes:
While these items are garden-related, they are not considered green waste. They are too heavy and require different handling. In this case, hardfill skip bins are the better option. Remember to keep out:
Green waste bins are not designed to handle mixed waste. Do not include:
Even small amounts of contamination can prevent the bin from being collected.
Timber that has been treated, painted, or stained cannot be composted. Avoid putting in:
Only natural, untreated branches belong in green waste skip bins.
Keeping green waste clean isn’t just about avoiding extra fees. It helps Auckland’s waste system function efficiently, ensures materials can be recycled or composted, and reduces landfill use. Contaminated loads may need extra sorting, which can delay collection and cost more, which nobody wants.
Before tackling your next garden project, here are some simple ways to make sure your Monsta bin hire goes smoothly:
Trim large branches and break down plants to make the most of the space in your skip. This is a smart and effective way to reduce the number of trips and prevent overfilling.
Avoid using plastic bags at all times. Loose, clean green waste is easier to handle, safer for collection staff, and ensures proper composting.
If you’re unsure whether something can go in the bin, leave it out. Mixing in non-organic material can result in extra charges or rejection.
Bins must be level with the top edge. Overfilled bins cannot be transported safely, and the collection may be refused.
Small amounts of garden waste can often go in council kerbside bins. But when you have hedges to prune, trees to remove, or a full landscaping project, a green waste skip bin is the easiest and most efficient solution.
A skip delivered to your property means you can work at your own pace, load as you go, and keep your garden tidy throughout the project.
If you’re ready to clear your garden quickly and efficiently, Monsta Bins is here to help. We provide green waste skip bins in a range of sizes for any project, from minor clean-ups to full landscaping jobs. Get in touch with our team today to book the right skip and make your green waste removal simple, safe, and stress-free.
