How to recycle your real Christmas tree Many cities or towns in Maine allow you to dispose of Christmas trees in designated areas. Some farmers would appreciate them, too! Author: Hannah Yechivi (NEWS CENTER Maine) Published: 8:17 PM EST December 28, 2020 Updated: 8:17 PM EST December 28, 2020 MAINE, Maine — The holidays are over, and now many Mainers are thinking about taking down their Christmas trees before it dries out. If you put up a real tree and are wondering what to do with it now, there are some eco-friendly options: Call your local town or city to see if they are collecting them Call a local farm owner to see if they would like your tree