The Solana Center sells compost bins Monday through Friday from 10am to 4pm at the Solana Center, 137 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas. Bins can also be shipped. Subsidized bins available for residents of Encinitas, Carlsbad, and the Unincorporated County (see table below for details). For more information or call (760) 436-7986 ext. 222.
Not sure if you want a compost bin or a worm bin? Read more about composting vs. vermicomposting (worm composting).
| City |
Soil Saver |
Worm Factory 360 |
|---|---|---|
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| Capacity | 14.5 cubic feet | 1.9 cubic feet |
| Dimensions | 28" x 28" x 32" | 18" x 28" x 25" |
| Retail Value | $97.95 | $109.95 |
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City of Encinitas, proof of residency required *Two bins per residence per fiscal year |
$35.00 | $35.00 |
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City of Carlsbad, proof of residency required *One bin per residence per fiscal year |
$50.00 | $40.00 |
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Unincorporated County of San Diego residents, proof of residency required, please check this map to see if you live in the Unincorporated County. *Two bins of each type per residence |
$40.00 | $40.00 |
| All Other Residents (City of San Diego, Lemon Grove, Del Mar, Temecula, Oceanside, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Coronado etc.) | $89.00 | $89.00 |
