Stop throwing away autumn leaves: they are actually gardener's gold for your soil
In short: RHS Horticultural Advisor Nick Turrell explains why fallen leaves are a vital resource for your garden. Instead of viewing them as waste, learn how to manage them to benefit your soil and local wildlife throughout the winter.
Fallen leaves serve as essential winter shelter for wildlife and act as a protective layer for bare soil against harsh weather. While they are beneficial, they can pose hazards on paths or damage lawns by blocking light, which may lead to dry patches.
Rather than discarding them, you can collect leaves in bags or a dedicated leafmould bin. This process transforms them into valuable mulch, which can be reapplied to your garden later to enrich the soil.
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