Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Program
City of Hendersonville Rain Barrel & Compost Bin Program
The City of Hendersonville is pleased to offer residents an opportunity to support sustainability at home through our Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Program. These tools provide simple, affordable ways to conserve water, reduce waste, and protect our environment, right from your backyard!
Both Ivy rain barrels and compost bins are available to order from the same online store, making it easy to take action in one convenient purchase.
Ivy Rain Barrels – Collect & Conserve Water
Back by popular demand, the City is offering “Ivy” rain barrels at a discounted price of $75 (regularly over $100). These high-quality barrels help residents:
- Reduce stormwater runoff and pollution
- Lower water bills
- Store rainwater for use during droughts
- Water gardens, lawns, or even wash pets and vehicles
Features Include:
- Made in the USA with 50% recycled plastic
- Dimensions: 42.5"H x 22"W x 18"L
- Child proof and bug proof lid
- Best-in-class overflow setup
- 3/4” ball valve connects easily to a garden hose
- Gravity fed – no pump required
- Link multiple barrels using the overflow hose
- All parts included, and two barrels fit in a mid-sized car
Compost Bins – Turn Scraps into Soil
The City is also offering discounted compost bins, a great way to reduce household food waste while creating rich, nutrient-filled soil for your garden.
How to Order (Rain Barrels & Compost Bins)
Place your order online at https://www.rainwatersolutions.com/products/hendersonville
You can order a rain barrel, a compost bin, or both from the same website!
How to Pick Up Your Order
For Rain Barrels:
Once your order is placed, contact Program Coordinator Dustin Moffitt at (828) 376-2117 to schedule your pickup Monday–Thursday, 9 AM – 5 PM, at:
City Operations Center Motor Pool
305 Williams St., Hendersonville, NC 28792
For Compost Bins:
Email a copy of your receipt to cgendusa@hvlnc.gov to schedule a pickup.
Note: If you ordered both a compost bin and a rain barrel, you’ll need to coordinate pick-up separately with each contact.
Want to Learn More About Composting?
Visit the Environmental Sustainability Board’s Sustainability Demonstration Station to discover tips and resources.
Additional Questions?
Rain Barrel Program – Dustin Moffitt: (828) 376-2117
Compost Bin Program – Caitlyn Gendusa: cgendusa@hvlnc.gov