Leave the leaves - why leaves should stay
According to OSU Extension, an estimated 20% of landfills are filled with yard waste, making it evident how disposing of leaves each autumn has a substantial environmental impact. Embracing natural leaf decomposition can provide vital nutrients for your lawn, protect plants and roots from the harsh winter, and create a shelter for hibernating insects, which in turn serve as a food source for birds. If you have a grass lawn, it's important to move the leaves in the springtime so that the grass can receive sufficient sunlight to thrive and grow lush and green as they’re coming out of winter dormancy.
Leaves have a tendency to gather in corners, obstruct drains, and impede paths, causing inconvenience. Areas that are prone to sparks or flames, such as grills, fire pits, or designated smoking areas, should also have leaves and other flammable materials relocated in order to effectively reduce the potential fire risk. It's important to promptly relocate leaves to a more suitable location where they can serve a purpose.
The general rule for spring yard clean up is when daytime temperatures are consistently 50 degrees or higher for at least a week, as this gives ample time for critters that have been using the leaves as shelter to break dormancy and emerge from their winter hibernation.
We offer various sustainable leaf management solutions, including methods like incorporating them into compost or garden beds, and, when necessary, arranging for the disposal of a few bags at a compost facility for an additional fee, all contributing to a more environmentally friendly approach.
“We try to bring our own sense of order and organization to nature. What we fail to realize is that nature was already in perfect order.”
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