Is it bad to rake my leaves this fall?
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Leaving leaves in your yard not only helps reduce potent methane emissions coming from landfills, but also creates natural mulch, supports pollinators and provides food and shelter for wildlife.
Breakdown
- Raking leaves and disposing of them can be harmful to the environment. 14s
- Yard waste in landfills decomposes and releases methane, a strong greenhouse gas. 16s
- Leaving leaves in your yard creates natural mulch, suppresses weeds, and fertilizes soil. 32s
- Leaf piles provide shelter and food for wildlife, including birds and butterflies. 37s