Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Largo
Maryland curbside collections typically run weekly (Monday-Friday). Your specific household collection day is determined by your local county or city zoning schedule.
State Mandate
Maryland MDE requires strict separation of yard trim from standard refuse, and mandates food scrap diversion under state law.
Gray or County-Issued 64-gallon wheeled cart Bin (Trash)
Place at curb by 6:00 am (or 5:00 am during summer schedules) with the tight-fitting lid secured. Must be removed from curb after collection.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household trash
- ✓Up to 4 standard bulky items per week
Blue 64-gallon wheeled cart Bin (Recycling)
Single-stream recycling; do not bag recyclables. Place at the curb by 6:00 am on collection day.
Accepted Items
- ✓Paper
- ✓Cardboard
- ✓Glass bottles and jars
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Rigid plastics
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Electronics
- ✕Hazardous waste
- ✕Medical waste
Yard Waste Bin
Collected on Mondays year-round. Do not use plastic bags. Use paper yard bags, regular bins marked 'Yard Waste', or the county-issued 32-gallon green cart.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small branches
- ✓Brush
- ✓Food scraps (in green cart)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly alongside regular trash collection.
Placement
Place at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on collection day (5:00 a.m. during summer schedules). Ensure nothing is blocking access to the items.
Accepted
- ✓ Carpet (rolled and tied)
- ✓ Doors
- ✓ Cabinets
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Mattresses (up to 4 total items)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Automobile parts
- ✕ Construction and demolition debris
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Propane tanks
- ✕ Animal carcasses
- ✕ Asbestos
Standard bulk collection for up to 4 items is included in county waste fees. Scrap tires and appliances are also free but require a PGC311 appointment.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Prince George's County typically follows a 'slide' schedule. If a holiday falls on a weekday, collections slide to the next day, and Friday collections slide to Saturday.
Yard Waste Exception
If a county holiday falls on a Monday, yard trim and food scraps are typically collected on Tuesday.
Check the official PGC311 holiday calendar online to verify specific dates, as county holidays may shift collection schedules slightly differently each year.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
Late June - Early OctoberPrince George's County implements temporary summer collection hours to protect workers from the heat. Have your bins at the curb by 5:00 a.m. instead of 6:00 a.m.
Fall
October - DecemberDuring peak leaf-fall season, ensure leaves are bagged in paper bags or placed loose in reusable yard bins. They are collected on your standard Monday yard trim route.
Winter
JanuaryLive Christmas trees are accepted with normal yard trim collections on Mondays. Be sure to remove all ornaments, tinsel, wire, and stands before placing the tree at the curb.
Drop-off Facilities
Brown Station Road Residential Drop-Off Convenience Center
3501 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Materials Accepted
Missouri Avenue Residential Drop-Off Convenience Center
12701 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, MD 20613
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bulky items can I throw away each week in Largo?
Prince George's County allows residents to place up to four standard bulky items, such as furniture or mattresses, at the curb with their regular weekly trash collection. No prior appointment is needed.
What should I do with my old refrigerator or washing machine?
White goods and large appliances are not included in the standard four-item bulk limit. You must schedule a specific curbside appliance pickup by calling PGC311 or booking online.
Can I put food scraps in my yard waste bin?
Yes. Prince George's County allows food scraps and organics to be disposed of in the 32-gallon green wheeled cart. These are collected every Monday alongside regular yard trim.
What time do I need to put my trash out?
Normally, all carts should be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. However, during the summer months (typically late June to early October), the county shifts collection to begin at 5:00 a.m. to help workers avoid extreme heat.