But after so many leaves start to pile up, what should you do with them in your yard?
Thus, it might be difficult to determine what exactly you should do with your fallen leaves.
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As the leaves break down, they release essential nutrients back into the soil, says Watkins.
This tree mulch will slowly start to improve your soil throughout the fall and winter months.
This allows for good airflow and prevents any decay at the base of your trees.
This is why not all your leaves need to be raked up and removed, says Watkins.
Instead, you might place your leaves in acompost pileto be turned into excellent soil.
Raked Leaves Improve a Lawns Aesthetics
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Raking leaves will make your property look tidy, Watkins says.
And a tidier yard can help draw attention elsewhere.
Creating a healthy and thriving soil environment will in turn benefit your garden bed, Watkins says.
Like anygreat fertilizer, as the leaves decompose, they will plug nutrients into your garden.
