Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Rosaryville
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.
County-issued 64-gallon wheeled cart Bin (Trash)
All household trash should be bagged before being placed in the 64-gallon cart to prevent loose litter. Place at the curb by 6:00 a.m. (or 5:00 a.m. during summer months).
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household food waste
- ✓Polystyrene (Styrofoam)
- ✓Plastic wrappers and film
- ✓Soiled paper (e.g., greasy pizza boxes)
- ✓Bundled bamboo (up to 4 bundles, under 4 feet)
County-issued 64-gallon wheeled cart Bin (Recycling)
Do not bag your recyclables. All accepted items must remain completely loose inside your 64-gallon recycling cart to avoid jamming the single-stream sorting machinery.
Accepted Items
- ✓Clean paper and flattened cardboard
- ✓Empty glass bottles and jars
- ✓Plastic containers, jugs, and bottles
- ✓Aluminum, tin, and steel cans
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags of any kind
- ✕Tanglers (hoses, cords, wires)
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food-soiled materials
- ✕Hazardous waste containers
Yard Waste Bin
Place organics in the county-issued 32-gallon green cart, heavy-duty paper yard bags, or a resident-provided can marked 'Yard Trim'. Limbs must be bundled (max 4 feet long, 3 inches diameter, under 60 lbs).
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings and leaves
- ✓Small branches and brush
- ✓Household food scraps
- ✓Christmas trees (seasonal)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Weekly on your regular trash day
Placement
Items must be placed directly NEXT to your trash cart by 6:00 a.m. (or 5:00 a.m. in summer). Do not place them in common areas or block sidewalks.
Accepted
- ✓ Mattresses and box springs (must be covered in plastic)
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables, dressers)
- ✓ Rolled and tied carpet (max 324 sq. ft.)
- ✓ Push lawn mowers (gas and oil drained)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household hazardous waste
- ✕ Eviction or foreclosure cleanouts
- ✕ Construction and home remodeling debris
- ✕ Uncovered mattresses
Standard 4-item weekly bulk collection is included in the county waste fee. Appliances (white goods) and scrap tires require an appointment via PGC311.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If an observed holiday falls on a weekday, all scheduled collections on or after that day will slide to one day later in the week (e.g., Thursday shifts to Friday).
Yard Waste Exception
Organics and yard trim are collected on Mondays. A Monday holiday means organics collection slides to Tuesday.
County haulers strictly adhere to the 'slide schedule' rule; always check the Prince George's DoE holiday calendar for exact adjustments.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June 30 to September 30The 'Beat the Heat' protocol goes into effect, shifting the start time for all collections in Rosaryville to 5:00 a.m. Place carts out the night before to guarantee service.
Winter
December to FebruaryInclement weather events like snow and ice frequently delay trash and recycling routes. Monitor the DoE website or the PGC311 app for 'slide schedules' after a major winter storm.
Post-Holiday
JanuaryReal Christmas trees are collected alongside regular Monday yard trim. Remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and metal stands before placing the tree at the curb. Do not place the tree in a plastic bag.
Drop-off Facilities
Brown Station Road Convenience Center
3501 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Materials Accepted
Brown Station Road Sanitary Landfill
11611 White House Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What time do I need to put my bins out?
Generally, bins should be placed at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on your collection day. However, during the summer 'Beat the Heat' months (June 30 through September 30), the county shifts to a 5:00 a.m. start time. It is highly recommended to set your carts out the night before.
Can I put food scraps in my yard waste bin?
Yes! Prince George's County operates an expanded organics composting program. You can co-mingle your food scraps with your yard trim inside the county-issued 32-gallon green wheeled cart for collection every Monday.
How do I get rid of an old mattress?
You can leave your old mattress out on your regular trash day as one of your 4 allowed bulky items. However, county rules strictly require that all mattresses and box springs be completely sealed in a protective plastic encasement with a zipper or heavy tape before they will be picked up.