In the past, we’ve been told that leaving the leaves on the turf will smother the lawn. But a thin layer of leaves is actually healthy for grass, according to the Xerces Society. Leaves add nutrition ...

Removing leaves can be a chore at best and a major frustration at worst, but catering your approach to leaf type will make ...

There’s something satisfying about getting your hands dirty in the garden, especially when you know it will pay off next ...

When beds sit bare all winter, wind and rain compact the top few inches and leach nutrients you paid for—either with compost ...

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

I have watched so many videos on YouTube about composting, using a tumbler, building an enclosure with pallets, or building ...

Winter seems peaceful, doesn’t it? The garden is quiet, plants are resting, and snow or frost blankets the ground. But ...

Adding organic matter to our garden soils is usually at the top of the list for a greater garden. Putting leaves in paper ...

As leaf particles decay, they will add a small amount of nutrients to the soil, but is there a downside to leaving the lawn ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. You’re probably aware that fallen leaves make good mulch, but they can also aid your garden and flower beds if you ...