Like every year, many French people are wondering what to do with their Christmas tree once the end of the year celebrations are over.
Some simply drop them on the sidewalk or in the forest, although this is a prohibited practice, reports
Midi Libre
.
In fact, leaving your Christmas tree on the sidewalk is legally considered illegal dumping.
In this case, any offender is liable to a fine of 135 euros.
And the situation is (almost) similar in the forest: such abandonment will even cost a fine of 150 euros, because of the damage suffered by the ecosystem.
Recycling center or collection point
“Contrary to popular belief, the accumulation of plant waste, including fir trees in particular, can be harmful to forest soils,” according to the National Forestry Office, reports
Capital
.
If some thought they had found the most natural solution to empty the living room after Christmas, it is not so.
So, what to do with your tree after the holidays?
The salvation of a large part of the French lies in the recycling centers, which recover the trees.
But many municipalities also offer temporary collection points.
Details, times and addresses are usually given on the municipality's website or displayed at the town hall.
Some supermarkets also take back the trees sold to free up customers.
After collection, the trees are usually ground up to be used as mulch.
If you ever had the good idea to buy a tree in a pot, you can avoid this sad fate, simply by replanting it in your garden!
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