Forestry

Residents, with proof of residency (current City of Round Rock water bill AND driver’s license) may visit the Recycling Center and load up to 2 cubic yards of mulch on their own, for free. Round Rock residents may have the mulch loaded by a BRC team member for $10. ($5 for each additional cubic yard)

Pick up service is only provided to Round Rock residents that live inside of Round Rock city limits and pay City of Round Rock taxes. Pick-up requests can be made online. Click here to schedule a pick-up or call 512-218-5540. The Brush Recycling Center Services brochure highlights the brush pickup program and free mulch available.

Forestry organizes tree plantings to beautify and reforest our parks. Arbor Day is our signature planting event where more than 100 trees are planted by 200-plus volunteers and team members.

• Large trees should not be placed under utility wires or too close to buildings or other structures.
• Make sure the tree has plenty of room to grow roots to hold it into the soil. Otherwise, it can be very easy for a tree to fall over.
• Trees should be pruned to develop a strong form. Young trees should be pruned regularly and routinely every three to five years after planting.
• Remove dead trees. Those located on a private property should be removed by a private arborist.
• Refrain from “Tree Topping;” this is an unnecessary and dangerous practice. Not only is it easy to hurt or kill your tree, but also when branches do grow back they are not anchored well and can easily break off.

It is the property owner’s responsibility to clear, remove and dispose of any storm generated brush from their property.

• Tree Technical Manual Standards and Specifications