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How to use dead leaves in the garden in fall? © Robert J. Pierson
Landscaping

Is raking up dead leaves in fall a good or bad idea?

...raked up and collected? Many organizations are now suggesting that we should not rake leaves in the fall at all. This practice is so ingrained in our regular gardening habits that few question whether it is a good idea or not - so here are a few things to think about. Leaves, as they decompose, are a source of nutrient...