Fall is here and leaves have begun to cover the ground! Before you bag them up, consider the following ideas from the Conservation Foundation on how to use those leaves in ways that are good for your yard and the planet!
- Compost your leaves. Chop them up first to speed up decomposition.
- Let fallen leaves (and fallen twigs) remain around plants in a native savanna or woodland garden. This is the way nature mulches and it provides nesting, shelter, and food for many creatures.
- Use colorful fall leaves in floral arrangements and other crafty projects.
- Have some fun! Toss the leaves around, enjoy the sound of walking through the leaves, and make piles to jump into.
- Get more tips from the Conservation Foundation here.